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Selenicereus Monacanthus Bud Extract

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

What is it?

Selenicereus Monacanthus Bud Extract is the extract of the buds of Selenicereus monacanthus, Cactaceae.

What does it do?

Selenicereus Monacanthus Bud Extract 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

  • Bleaching

    lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Selenicereus Monacanthus Bud 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 Selenicereus Monacanthus Bud Extract?

Selenicereus Monacanthus Bud Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Selenicereus Monacanthus Bud Extract is the extract of the buds of Selenicereus monacanthus, Cactaceae.

Is Selenicereus Monacanthus Bud Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Selenicereus Monacanthus Bud Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Selenicereus Monacanthus Bud Extract do in cosmetic products?

Selenicereus Monacanthus Bud Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, bleaching, skin conditioning, skin protecting.

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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