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Ribes Grossularia Fruit Extract

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

What is it?

Ribes Grossularia Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Gooseberry, Ribes grossularia L., Saxifragaceae

What does it do?

Ribes Grossularia Fruit Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Moisturising

    increases the water content of skin or hair, leaving it softer and more pliable

EU regulatory status

Ribes Grossularia Fruit 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 Ribes Grossularia Fruit Extract?

Ribes Grossularia Fruit Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ribes Grossularia Fruit Extract is an extract of the fruit of the Gooseberry, Ribes grossularia L., Saxifragaceae

Is Ribes Grossularia Fruit Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ribes Grossularia Fruit Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ribes Grossularia Fruit Extract do in cosmetic products?

Ribes Grossularia Fruit Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: moisturising.

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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: 15/10/2010