Triticum Durum Germ Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin conditioning - emollient, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Triticum Durum Germ Oil is the oil expressed from the germ of Triticum durum.
What does it do?
Triticum Durum Germ 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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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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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 - humectant
increases skin moisture by attracting water
EU regulatory status
Triticum Durum Germ 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 Triticum Durum Germ Oil?
Triticum Durum Germ Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Triticum Durum Germ Oil is the oil expressed from the germ of Triticum durum.
Is Triticum Durum Germ Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Triticum Durum Germ Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Triticum Durum Germ Oil do in cosmetic products?
Triticum Durum Germ Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin conditioning - emollient, humectant, skin conditioning - humectant.
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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: 16/08/2024