Santalum Paniculatum Wood Water
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, antimicrobial, fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Santalum Paniculatum Wood Water is an aqueous solution of the steam distillate obtained from the wood of Santalum spicatum, Santalaceae.
What does it do?
Santalum Paniculatum Wood Water is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Preservative
prevents microbial growth in cosmetic products, extending shelf life and protecting users
EU regulatory status
Santalum Paniculatum Wood Water 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 Paniculatum Wood Water?
Santalum Paniculatum Wood Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Santalum Paniculatum Wood Water is an aqueous solution of the steam distillate obtained from the wood of Santalum spicatum, Santalaceae.
Is Santalum Paniculatum Wood Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Santalum Paniculatum Wood Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Santalum Paniculatum Wood Water do in cosmetic products?
Santalum Paniculatum Wood Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, antimicrobial, fragrance, preservative.
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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: 28/10/2019