Vitex Rotundifolia Branch/leaf Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, antioxidant, skin conditioning - miscellaneous in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Vitex Rotundifolia Branch/Leaf Extract is the extract of the branches and leaves of Vitex rotundifolia.
What does it do?
Vitex Rotundifolia Branch/leaf Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Skin conditioning - miscellaneous
improves skin condition through mechanisms not classified under the more specific emollient or humectant subcategories
EU regulatory status
Vitex Rotundifolia Branch/leaf 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 Vitex Rotundifolia Branch/leaf Extract?
Vitex Rotundifolia Branch/leaf Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Vitex Rotundifolia Branch/Leaf Extract is the extract of the branches and leaves of Vitex rotundifolia.
Is Vitex Rotundifolia Branch/leaf Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Vitex Rotundifolia Branch/leaf Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Vitex Rotundifolia Branch/leaf Extract do in cosmetic products?
Vitex Rotundifolia Branch/leaf Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, antioxidant, skin conditioning - miscellaneous.
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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: 28/06/2024