Pholiota Microspora Polysaccharides
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Pholiota Microspora Polysaccharides is the polysaccharide fraction isolated from the fungus Pholiota microspora.
What does it do?
Pholiota Microspora Polysaccharides is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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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
EU regulatory status
Pholiota Microspora Polysaccharides 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 Pholiota Microspora Polysaccharides?
Pholiota Microspora Polysaccharides is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pholiota Microspora Polysaccharides is the polysaccharide fraction isolated from the fungus Pholiota microspora.
Is Pholiota Microspora Polysaccharides allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Pholiota Microspora Polysaccharides is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pholiota Microspora Polysaccharides do in cosmetic products?
Pholiota Microspora Polysaccharides is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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: 18/04/2018