Opuntia Stricta Seed Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Opuntia Stricta Seed Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the seeds of Opuntia stricta, Cactaceae.
What does it do?
Opuntia Stricta Seed Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Opuntia Stricta Seed Oil 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 Stricta Seed Oil?
Opuntia Stricta Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Opuntia Stricta Seed Oil is the fixed oil expressed from the seeds of Opuntia stricta, Cactaceae.
Is Opuntia Stricta Seed Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Opuntia Stricta Seed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Opuntia Stricta Seed Oil do in cosmetic products?
Opuntia Stricta Seed Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Opuntia Stricta Seed Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Opuntia Stricta Seed Oil 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: 30/10/2015