Seahorse Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Seahorse Extract is the extract of various species of the seahorse, Hippocampus.
What does it do?
Seahorse Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Seahorse 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 Seahorse Extract?
Seahorse Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Seahorse Extract is the extract of various species of the seahorse, Hippocampus.
Is Seahorse Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Seahorse Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Seahorse Extract do in cosmetic products?
Seahorse Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
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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: 26/11/2015