Volcanic Rock Powder
A cosmetic ingredient used as deodorant, humectant, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Volcanic Rock Powder is the powder obtained from finely ground volcanic rock.
What does it do?
Volcanic Rock Powder is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
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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
Volcanic Rock Powder 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 Volcanic Rock Powder?
Volcanic Rock Powder is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Volcanic Rock Powder is the powder obtained from finely ground volcanic rock.
Is Volcanic Rock Powder allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Volcanic Rock Powder is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Volcanic Rock Powder do in cosmetic products?
Volcanic Rock Powder is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: deodorant, 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: 18/04/2018