Pyrocystis Noctiluca Lysate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Pyrocystis Noctiluca Lysate is the product derived from the lysis of the cells of the alga, Pyrocystis noctiluca. The accepted scientific name for Pyrocystis noctiluca is Pyrocystis pseudonoctiluca, Pyrocystaceae
What does it do?
Pyrocystis Noctiluca Lysate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Pyrocystis Noctiluca Lysate 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 Pyrocystis Noctiluca Lysate?
Pyrocystis Noctiluca Lysate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pyrocystis Noctiluca Lysate is the product derived from the lysis of the cells of the alga, Pyrocystis noctiluca. The accepted scientific name for Pyrocystis noctiluca is Pyrocystis pseudonoctiluca, Pyrocystaceae
Is Pyrocystis Noctiluca Lysate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Pyrocystis Noctiluca Lysate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pyrocystis Noctiluca Lysate do in cosmetic products?
Pyrocystis Noctiluca Lysate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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: 23/11/2015