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Vaccinium Myrtillus Seedcake Powder

A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Vaccinium Myrtillus Seedcake Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground seedcake of Vaccinium myrtilus, Ericaceae.

What does it do?

Vaccinium Myrtillus Seedcake Powder is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Abrasive

    removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Vaccinium Myrtillus Seedcake 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 Vaccinium Myrtillus Seedcake Powder?

Vaccinium Myrtillus Seedcake Powder is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Vaccinium Myrtillus Seedcake Powder is the powder obtained from the dried, ground seedcake of Vaccinium myrtilus, Ericaceae.

Is Vaccinium Myrtillus Seedcake Powder allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Vaccinium Myrtillus Seedcake Powder is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Vaccinium Myrtillus Seedcake Powder do in cosmetic products?

Vaccinium Myrtillus Seedcake 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: 22/04/2014