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Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, antioxidant, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract is the extract of a culture of the phytoplacenta of Nelumbo nucifera, Nelumbonaceae.

What does it do?

Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antimicrobial

    kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

EU regulatory status

Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract?

Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract is the extract of a culture of the phytoplacenta of Nelumbo nucifera, Nelumbonaceae.

Is Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract do in cosmetic products?

Nelumbo Nucifera Phytoplacenta Culture Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, antioxidant, hair conditioning, humectant.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 09/01/2014