Theobroma Cacao Callus Powder
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, bleaching, light stabilizer in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Callus Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground callus of Theobroma cacao grown in culture.
What does it do?
Theobroma Cacao Callus Powder 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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Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
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Light stabilizer
protects a cosmetic formulation from degradation by UV light, extending its shelf life
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Theobroma Cacao Callus Powder 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 Theobroma Cacao Callus Powder?
Theobroma Cacao Callus Powder is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Callus Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground callus of Theobroma cacao grown in culture.
Is Theobroma Cacao Callus Powder allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Theobroma Cacao Callus Powder is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Theobroma Cacao Callus Powder do in cosmetic products?
Theobroma Cacao Callus Powder is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, bleaching, light stabilizer, skin conditioning, 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: 02/04/2014