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Stachys Byzantina Flower/leaf/stem Extract

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

What is it?

Stachys Byzantina Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract is the extract of the flowers, leaves, and stems of Stachys byzantina.

What does it do?

Stachys Byzantina Flower/leaf/stem 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

  • Skin conditioning - miscellaneous

    improves skin condition through mechanisms not classified under the more specific emollient or humectant subcategories

EU regulatory status

Stachys Byzantina Flower/leaf/stem 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 Stachys Byzantina Flower/leaf/stem Extract?

Stachys Byzantina Flower/leaf/stem Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Stachys Byzantina Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract is the extract of the flowers, leaves, and stems of Stachys byzantina.

Is Stachys Byzantina Flower/leaf/stem Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Stachys Byzantina Flower/leaf/stem Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Stachys Byzantina Flower/leaf/stem Extract do in cosmetic products?

Stachys Byzantina Flower/leaf/stem Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, 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: 18/05/2026