Solanum Lycopersicum Skin Wax
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, hair conditioning, skin conditioning - miscellaneous in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Solanum Lycopersicum Skin Wax is the wax derived from the skin of the tomato, Solanum lycopersicum.
What does it do?
Solanum Lycopersicum Skin Wax 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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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning - miscellaneous
improves skin condition through mechanisms not classified under the more specific emollient or humectant subcategories
EU regulatory status
Solanum Lycopersicum Skin Wax 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 Solanum Lycopersicum Skin Wax?
Solanum Lycopersicum Skin Wax is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Solanum Lycopersicum Skin Wax is the wax derived from the skin of the tomato, Solanum lycopersicum.
Is Solanum Lycopersicum Skin Wax allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Solanum Lycopersicum Skin Wax is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Solanum Lycopersicum Skin Wax do in cosmetic products?
Solanum Lycopersicum Skin Wax is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, hair conditioning, skin conditioning - miscellaneous.
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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: 25/09/2023