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Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Powder

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

What is it?

Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground fruit of Santalum acuminatum, Santalaceae.

What does it do?

Santalum Acuminatum Fruit 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

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Santalum Acuminatum Fruit 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 Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Powder?

Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Powder is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground fruit of Santalum acuminatum, Santalaceae.

Is Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Powder allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Powder is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Powder do in cosmetic products?

Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Powder is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Powder?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Santalum Acuminatum Fruit Powder is 93062-70-5.

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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: 18/04/2018