Taraxacum Coreanum Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, antioxidant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Taraxacum Coreanum Extract is the extract of the whole plant Taraxacum coreanum, Asteraceae.
What does it do?
Taraxacum Coreanum Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Taraxacum Coreanum 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 Taraxacum Coreanum Extract?
Taraxacum Coreanum Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Taraxacum Coreanum Extract is the extract of the whole plant Taraxacum coreanum, Asteraceae.
Is Taraxacum Coreanum Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Taraxacum Coreanum Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Taraxacum Coreanum Extract do in cosmetic products?
Taraxacum Coreanum Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, antioxidant, 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: 17/04/2018