Phormium Tenax Leaf Powder
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?
Phormium Tenax Leaf Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground leaves of Phormium tenax, Asphodelaceae.
What does it do?
Phormium Tenax Leaf Powder 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
Phormium Tenax Leaf Powder 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 Powder?
Phormium Tenax Leaf Powder is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phormium Tenax Leaf Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground leaves of Phormium tenax, Asphodelaceae.
Is Phormium Tenax Leaf Powder allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Phormium Tenax Leaf Powder is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Phormium Tenax Leaf Powder do in cosmetic products?
Phormium Tenax Leaf Powder 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