Allowed in EU

Punica Granatum Leaf Cell Extract

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

What is it?

Punica Granatum Leaf Cell Extract is the extract of a culture of the leaf cells of Punica granatum, Punicaceae.

What does it do?

Punica Granatum Leaf Cell Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Punica Granatum Leaf Cell 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 Punica Granatum Leaf Cell Extract?

Punica Granatum Leaf Cell Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Punica Granatum Leaf Cell Extract is the extract of a culture of the leaf cells of Punica granatum, Punicaceae.

Is Punica Granatum Leaf Cell Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Punica Granatum Leaf Cell Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Punica Granatum Leaf Cell Extract do in cosmetic products?

Punica Granatum Leaf Cell Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin protecting.

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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: 13/03/2014