Veratrum Versicolor Leaf/stem Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, bleaching, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Veratrum Versicolor Leaf/Stem Extract is the extract of the leaves and stems of Veratrum versicolor, including subspecies Veratrum versicolor f. viride Nakai, brunnea Nakai, coreanum, and/or albidum Nakai.
What does it do?
Veratrum Versicolor Leaf/stem Extract 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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Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
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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
Veratrum Versicolor Leaf/stem 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 Veratrum Versicolor Leaf/stem Extract?
Veratrum Versicolor Leaf/stem Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Veratrum Versicolor Leaf/Stem Extract is the extract of the leaves and stems of Veratrum versicolor, including subspecies Veratrum versicolor f. viride Nakai, brunnea Nakai, coreanum, and/or albidum Nakai.
Is Veratrum Versicolor Leaf/stem Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Veratrum Versicolor Leaf/stem Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Veratrum Versicolor Leaf/stem Extract do in cosmetic products?
Veratrum Versicolor Leaf/stem Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, bleaching, 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: 12/10/2026