Steviol Glycosides
A cosmetic ingredient used as oral care, flavouring, skin conditioning - miscellaneous in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Steviol Glycosides are the glycosides isolated from the leaves of Stevia rebaudiana.
What does it do?
Steviol Glycosides is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Oral care
used in oral-hygiene products such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental gels
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Flavouring
adds taste to oral-care products like toothpaste and mouthwash
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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
Steviol Glycosides 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 Steviol Glycosides?
Steviol Glycosides is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Steviol Glycosides are the glycosides isolated from the leaves of Stevia rebaudiana.
Is Steviol Glycosides allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Steviol Glycosides is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Steviol Glycosides do in cosmetic products?
Steviol Glycosides is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: oral care, flavouring, 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: 25/06/2026