Ribes Nigrum Callus Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Callus Extract is the extract of the callus of Ribes nigrum grown in culture, Grossulariaceae.
What does it do?
Ribes Nigrum Callus Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Ribes Nigrum Callus 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 Nigrum Callus Extract?
Ribes Nigrum Callus Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Callus Extract is the extract of the callus of Ribes nigrum grown in culture, Grossulariaceae.
Is Ribes Nigrum Callus Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ribes Nigrum Callus Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ribes Nigrum Callus Extract do in cosmetic products?
Ribes Nigrum Callus Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin conditioning, 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: 18/11/2014