Tisochrysis Lutea Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, colorant, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Tisochrysis Lutea Oil is the oil obtained from the alga, Tisochrysis lutea.
What does it do?
Tisochrysis Lutea 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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Colorant
imparts colour to a cosmetic product
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Tisochrysis Lutea 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 Tisochrysis Lutea Oil?
Tisochrysis Lutea Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Tisochrysis Lutea Oil is the oil obtained from the alga, Tisochrysis lutea.
Is Tisochrysis Lutea Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tisochrysis Lutea Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tisochrysis Lutea Oil do in cosmetic products?
Tisochrysis Lutea Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, colorant, 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: 26/08/2024