Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, bleaching, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Thuja, Thuja occidentalis L., Cupressacea
What does it do?
Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract 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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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 119). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract?
Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Thuja, Thuja occidentalis L., Cupressacea
Is Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract do in cosmetic products?
Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, bleaching, hair conditioning, perfuming, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Thuja Occidentalis Leaf Extract is 90131-58-1.
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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: 15/10/2010