Starfish Saponins
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Starfish Saponins is the saponin fraction isolated from Asterias amurensis.
What does it do?
Starfish Saponins 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
Starfish Saponins 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 Starfish Saponins?
Starfish Saponins is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Starfish Saponins is the saponin fraction isolated from Asterias amurensis.
Is Starfish Saponins allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Starfish Saponins is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Starfish Saponins do in cosmetic products?
Starfish Saponins is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
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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: 21/01/2014