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Smilax Lancefolia Root/stalk Powder

A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, fragrance, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Smilax Lancefolia Root/Stalk Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground roots and stalks of Smilax lancefolia.

What does it do?

Smilax Lancefolia Root/stalk Powder is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Abrasive

    removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Smilax Lancefolia Root/stalk Powder 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 Smilax Lancefolia Root/stalk Powder?

Smilax Lancefolia Root/stalk Powder is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Smilax Lancefolia Root/Stalk Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground roots and stalks of Smilax lancefolia.

Is Smilax Lancefolia Root/stalk Powder allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Smilax Lancefolia Root/stalk Powder is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Smilax Lancefolia Root/stalk Powder do in cosmetic products?

Smilax Lancefolia Root/stalk Powder is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, fragrance, 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: 04/03/2016