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Phormium Tenax Leaf Juice

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

What is it?

Phormium Tenax Leaf Juice is the juice expressed from the leaves of Phormium tenax, Phormiaceae

What does it do?

Phormium Tenax Leaf Juice is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

EU regulatory status

Phormium Tenax Leaf Juice 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 Juice?

Phormium Tenax Leaf Juice is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phormium Tenax Leaf Juice is the juice expressed from the leaves of Phormium tenax, Phormiaceae

Is Phormium Tenax Leaf Juice allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Phormium Tenax Leaf Juice is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Phormium Tenax Leaf Juice do in cosmetic products?

Phormium Tenax Leaf Juice is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant.

What is the CAS number of Phormium Tenax Leaf Juice?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Phormium Tenax Leaf Juice is -.

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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