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Ribes Rubrum Callus Powder

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

What is it?

Ribes Rubrum (Currant) Callus Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground callus of Ribes rubrum, grown in culture.

What does it do?

Ribes Rubrum Callus Powder 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

Ribes Rubrum Callus Powder 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 Rubrum Callus Powder?

Ribes Rubrum Callus Powder is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ribes Rubrum (Currant) Callus Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground callus of Ribes rubrum, grown in culture.

Is Ribes Rubrum Callus Powder allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ribes Rubrum Callus Powder is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ribes Rubrum Callus Powder do in cosmetic products?

Ribes Rubrum Callus Powder 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: 15/11/2016