Thuja Orientalis Branch/leaf Powder
A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Thuja Orientalis Branch/Leaf Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground branches and leaves of Thuja orientalis. The accepted scientific name for Thuja orientalis is Platycladus orientalis, Cupressaceae.
What does it do?
Thuja Orientalis Branch/leaf Powder is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Abrasive
removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Thuja Orientalis Branch/leaf 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 Thuja Orientalis Branch/leaf Powder?
Thuja Orientalis Branch/leaf Powder is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Thuja Orientalis Branch/Leaf Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground branches and leaves of Thuja orientalis. The accepted scientific name for Thuja orientalis is Platycladus orientalis, Cupressaceae.
Is Thuja Orientalis Branch/leaf Powder allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Thuja Orientalis Branch/leaf Powder is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Thuja Orientalis Branch/leaf Powder do in cosmetic products?
Thuja Orientalis Branch/leaf Powder is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, 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: 09/03/2016