Allowed in EU

Potentilla Erecta Root/(Hamamelis Virginiana/rosmarinus Officinalis/salvia Officinalis) Leaf/thymus Vulgaris Flower/leaf/stem Extract

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

What is it?

Potentilla Erecta Root/(Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel)/Rosmarinus Officinalis/Salvia Officinalis) Leaf/Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract is the extract of the roots of Potentilla erecta , the leaves of Hamamelis virginiana, Rosmarinus officinalis, Salvia officinalis and the flowers, leaves and stems of Thymus vulgaris.

What does it do?

Potentilla Erecta Root/(Hamamelis Virginiana/rosmarinus Officinalis/salvia Officinalis) Leaf/thymus Vulgaris Flower/leaf/stem Extract 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

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Potentilla Erecta Root/(Hamamelis Virginiana/rosmarinus Officinalis/salvia Officinalis) Leaf/thymus Vulgaris Flower/leaf/stem 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 Potentilla Erecta Root/(Hamamelis Virginiana/rosmarinus Officinalis/salvia Officinalis) Leaf/thymus Vulgaris Flower/leaf/stem Extract?

Potentilla Erecta Root/(Hamamelis Virginiana/rosmarinus Officinalis/salvia Officinalis) Leaf/thymus Vulgaris Flower/leaf/stem Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Potentilla Erecta Root/(Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel)/Rosmarinus Officinalis/Salvia Officinalis) Leaf/Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract is the extract of the roots of Potentilla erecta , the leaves of Hamamelis virginiana, Rosmarinus officinalis, Salvia officinalis and the flowers, leaves and stems of Thymus vulgaris.

Is Potentilla Erecta Root/(Hamamelis Virginiana/rosmarinus Officinalis/salvia Officinalis) Leaf/thymus Vulgaris Flower/leaf/stem Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Potentilla Erecta Root/(Hamamelis Virginiana/rosmarinus Officinalis/salvia Officinalis) Leaf/thymus Vulgaris Flower/leaf/stem Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Potentilla Erecta Root/(Hamamelis Virginiana/rosmarinus Officinalis/salvia Officinalis) Leaf/thymus Vulgaris Flower/leaf/stem Extract do in cosmetic products?

Potentilla Erecta Root/(Hamamelis Virginiana/rosmarinus Officinalis/salvia Officinalis) Leaf/thymus Vulgaris Flower/leaf/stem Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.

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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: 08/06/2018