Silybin
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
3,5,7-Trihydroxy-2-(3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,4-benzodioxan-6-yl)-4-chromanone
What does it do?
Silybin 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
Silybin 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 Silybin?
Silybin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 3,5,7-Trihydroxy-2-(3-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,4-benzodioxan-6-yl)-4-chromanone
Is Silybin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Silybin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Silybin do in cosmetic products?
Silybin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Silybin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Silybin is 22888-70-6.
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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