Sulforaphane
A cosmetic ingredient used as bleaching, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sulforaphane is the organic compound.
What does it do?
Sulforaphane is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Sulforaphane 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 Sulforaphane?
Sulforaphane is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sulforaphane is the organic compound.
Is Sulforaphane allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sulforaphane is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sulforaphane do in cosmetic products?
Sulforaphane is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bleaching, 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: 03/04/2013