Posidonia Oceanica Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, bleaching, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Posidonia Oceanica Extract is the extract of the alga, Posidonia oceanica, Posidoniaceae
What does it do?
Posidonia Oceanica Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
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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
Posidonia Oceanica 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 Posidonia Oceanica Extract?
Posidonia Oceanica Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Posidonia Oceanica Extract is the extract of the alga, Posidonia oceanica, Posidoniaceae
Is Posidonia Oceanica Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Posidonia Oceanica Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Posidonia Oceanica Extract do in cosmetic products?
Posidonia Oceanica Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, bleaching, 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: 22/08/2016