Vaccinium Virgatum Callus Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, antioxidant, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Vaccinium Virgatum (Blueberry) Callus Extract is the extract of the callus of the blueberry, Vaccinium virgatum grown in culture, Ericaceae.
What does it do?
Vaccinium Virgatum Callus Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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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 protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Vaccinium Virgatum Callus 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 Vaccinium Virgatum Callus Extract?
Vaccinium Virgatum Callus Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Vaccinium Virgatum (Blueberry) Callus Extract is the extract of the callus of the blueberry, Vaccinium virgatum grown in culture, Ericaceae.
Is Vaccinium Virgatum Callus Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Vaccinium Virgatum Callus Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Vaccinium Virgatum Callus Extract do in cosmetic products?
Vaccinium Virgatum Callus Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, antioxidant, hair conditioning, humectant, 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: 14/02/2018