Vetiveria Zizanoides Leaf/root Water
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Vetiveria Zizanoides Leaf/Root Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the leaves and roots of Vetiveria zizanoides. (The accepted scientific name for Vetiveria zizanoides is Chrysopogon zizanioides).
What does it do?
Vetiveria Zizanoides Leaf/root Water 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
Vetiveria Zizanoides Leaf/root Water 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 Vetiveria Zizanoides Leaf/root Water?
Vetiveria Zizanoides Leaf/root Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Vetiveria Zizanoides Leaf/Root Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the leaves and roots of Vetiveria zizanoides. (The accepted scientific name for Vetiveria zizanoides is Chrysopogon zizanioides).
Is Vetiveria Zizanoides Leaf/root Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Vetiveria Zizanoides Leaf/root Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Vetiveria Zizanoides Leaf/root Water do in cosmetic products?
Vetiveria Zizanoides Leaf/root Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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: 28/07/2020