Allowed in EU

Taraxacum Mongolicum Root Extract

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

What is it?

Taraxacum Mongolicum Root Extract is the extract of the roots of Taraxacum mongolicum, Asteraceae.

What does it do?

Taraxacum Mongolicum Root Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Taraxacum Mongolicum Root 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 Mongolicum Root Extract?

Taraxacum Mongolicum Root Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Taraxacum Mongolicum Root Extract is the extract of the roots of Taraxacum mongolicum, Asteraceae.

Is Taraxacum Mongolicum Root Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Taraxacum Mongolicum Root Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Taraxacum Mongolicum Root Extract do in cosmetic products?

Taraxacum Mongolicum Root Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.

Related ingredients

Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 25/11/2014