Sapindus Saponaria Fruit Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sapindus Saponaria Fruit Extract is the extract of the fruit of Sapindus saponaria.
What does it do?
Sapindus Saponaria Fruit 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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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Sapindus Saponaria Fruit 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 Sapindus Saponaria Fruit Extract?
Sapindus Saponaria Fruit Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sapindus Saponaria Fruit Extract is the extract of the fruit of Sapindus saponaria.
Is Sapindus Saponaria Fruit Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sapindus Saponaria Fruit Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sapindus Saponaria Fruit Extract do in cosmetic products?
Sapindus Saponaria Fruit Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.
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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: 03/06/2020