Allowed in EU

Phalaenopsis Lobbii Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as bleaching in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Phalaenopsis Lobbii Extract is the extract of the whole plant, Phalaenospis lobbii, Orchidaceae.

What does it do?

Phalaenopsis Lobbii Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Bleaching

    lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment

EU regulatory status

Phalaenopsis Lobbii 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 Phalaenopsis Lobbii Extract?

Phalaenopsis Lobbii Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phalaenopsis Lobbii Extract is the extract of the whole plant, Phalaenospis lobbii, Orchidaceae.

Is Phalaenopsis Lobbii Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Phalaenopsis Lobbii Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Phalaenopsis Lobbii Extract do in cosmetic products?

Phalaenopsis Lobbii Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bleaching.

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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: 02/03/2016