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Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Water

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

What is it?

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the fruit of Opuntia ficus-indica, Cactaceae.

What does it do?

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Water is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Water 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 Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Water?

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the fruit of Opuntia ficus-indica, Cactaceae.

Is Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Water do in cosmetic products?

Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.

What is the CAS number of Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Water?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Opuntia Ficus-Indica Fruit Water is 90082-21-6.

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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: 18/04/2018