Santalum Album Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, skin conditioning, soothing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Santalum Album Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Sandalwood, Santalum album L., Santalaceae
What does it do?
Santalum Album Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Soothing
helps calm irritated or sensitive skin
EU regulatory status
Santalum Album 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 Santalum Album Extract?
Santalum Album Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Santalum Album Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Sandalwood, Santalum album L., Santalaceae
Is Santalum Album Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Santalum Album Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Santalum Album Extract do in cosmetic products?
Santalum Album Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, skin conditioning, soothing.
What is the CAS number of Santalum Album Extract?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Santalum Album Extract is 84787-70-2.
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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