Urtica Urens Leaf Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Urtica Urens Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Urtica urens L., Urticaceae
What does it do?
Urtica Urens Leaf Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Urtica Urens Leaf Extract 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 Urtica Urens Leaf Extract?
Urtica Urens Leaf Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Urtica Urens Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Urtica urens L., Urticaceae
Is Urtica Urens Leaf Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Urtica Urens Leaf Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Urtica Urens Leaf Extract do in cosmetic products?
Urtica Urens Leaf Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Urtica Urens Leaf Extract?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Urtica Urens Leaf Extract is 90131-83-2.
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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