Persicaria Minor Leaf/stem Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Persicaria Minor Leaf/Stem Extract is the extract of the leaves and stems of Persicaria minor, Polygonaceae.
What does it do?
Persicaria Minor Leaf/stem Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
EU regulatory status
Persicaria Minor Leaf/stem 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 Persicaria Minor Leaf/stem Extract?
Persicaria Minor Leaf/stem Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Persicaria Minor Leaf/Stem Extract is the extract of the leaves and stems of Persicaria minor, Polygonaceae.
Is Persicaria Minor Leaf/stem Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Persicaria Minor Leaf/stem Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Persicaria Minor Leaf/stem Extract do in cosmetic products?
Persicaria Minor Leaf/stem Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant.
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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: 31/10/2014