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Oxidized Alpinia Zerumbet Stem Ferment Filtrate

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

What is it?

Oxidized Alpinia Zerumbet Stem Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the oxidation product derived from the spontaneous fermentation of the stems of Alpinia zerumbet

What does it do?

Oxidized Alpinia Zerumbet Stem Ferment Filtrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antiplaque

    reduces dental plaque, used in toothpastes and mouthwashes

  • Chelating

    binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Oxidized Alpinia Zerumbet Stem Ferment Filtrate 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 Oxidized Alpinia Zerumbet Stem Ferment Filtrate?

Oxidized Alpinia Zerumbet Stem Ferment Filtrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oxidized Alpinia Zerumbet Stem Ferment Filtrate is a filtrate of the oxidation product derived from the spontaneous fermentation of the stems of Alpinia zerumbet

Is Oxidized Alpinia Zerumbet Stem Ferment Filtrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Oxidized Alpinia Zerumbet Stem Ferment Filtrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Oxidized Alpinia Zerumbet Stem Ferment Filtrate do in cosmetic products?

Oxidized Alpinia Zerumbet Stem Ferment Filtrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antiplaque, chelating, skin conditioning.

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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