Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Cowberry, Vaccinium vitis-idaea L., Ericaceae
What does it do?
Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed 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
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed 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 Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil?
Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil is the oil expressed from the seeds of the Cowberry, Vaccinium vitis-idaea L., Ericaceae
Is Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil do in cosmetic products?
Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil is 90131-85-4.
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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