Pueraria Thunbergiana Flower Oil
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?
Pueraria Thunbergiana Flower Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers of Pueraria thunbergiana, Fabaceae.
What does it do?
Pueraria Thunbergiana Flower Oil 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
Pueraria Thunbergiana Flower Oil 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 Pueraria Thunbergiana Flower Oil?
Pueraria Thunbergiana Flower Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pueraria Thunbergiana Flower Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers of Pueraria thunbergiana, Fabaceae.
Is Pueraria Thunbergiana Flower Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Pueraria Thunbergiana Flower Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pueraria Thunbergiana Flower Oil do in cosmetic products?
Pueraria Thunbergiana Flower Oil 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: 24/08/2016