Phormium Tenax Leaf Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Phormium Tenax Leaf Extract is the extract of the leaves of Phormium tenax
What does it do?
Phormium Tenax Leaf Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
EU regulatory status
Phormium Tenax Leaf 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 Phormium Tenax Leaf Extract?
Phormium Tenax Leaf Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phormium Tenax Leaf Extract is the extract of the leaves of Phormium tenax
Is Phormium Tenax Leaf Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Phormium Tenax Leaf Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Phormium Tenax Leaf Extract do in cosmetic products?
Phormium Tenax Leaf Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial.
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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: 19/11/2015