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Origanum Vulgare Flower Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, fragrance, oral care in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Origanum Vulgare Flower Extract is an extract of the flowering end of the Wild Marjoram, Origanum vulgare L., Labiatae

What does it do?

Origanum Vulgare Flower Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Anti-sebum

    helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

  • Oral care

    used in oral-hygiene products such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental gels

  • Refreshing

    provides a cooling, refreshing sensation on skin

EU regulatory status

Origanum Vulgare Flower 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 Origanum Vulgare Flower Extract?

Origanum Vulgare Flower Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Origanum Vulgare Flower Extract is an extract of the flowering end of the Wild Marjoram, Origanum vulgare L., Labiatae

Is Origanum Vulgare Flower Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Origanum Vulgare Flower Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Origanum Vulgare Flower Extract do in cosmetic products?

Origanum Vulgare Flower Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, fragrance, oral care, refreshing.

What is the CAS number of Origanum Vulgare Flower Extract?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Origanum Vulgare Flower Extract is 84012-24-8.

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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: 15/10/2010