Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, hair conditioning, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Terminalia ferdinandiana, Combretaceae.
What does it do?
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil 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 Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil?
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of Terminalia ferdinandiana, Combretaceae.
Is Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil do in cosmetic products?
Terminalia Ferdinandiana Seed Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning - emollient, 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: 26/11/2014