Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as moisturising, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Avocado, Persea gratissima, Lauraceae
What does it do?
Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Moisturising
increases the water content of skin or hair, leaving it softer and more pliable
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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
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Smoothing
smooths the surface of skin or hair, reducing roughness
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Soothing
helps calm irritated or sensitive skin
EU regulatory status
Persea Gratissima Fruit 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 Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract?
Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Avocado, Persea gratissima, Lauraceae
Is Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract do in cosmetic products?
Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: moisturising, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, smoothing, soothing.
What is the CAS number of Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Persea Gratissima Fruit Extract is 8024-32-6.
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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: 15/10/2010