Volcanic Rock
A cosmetic ingredient used as abrasive, antioxidant, binding in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Volcanic Rock is the various minerals obtained from the basins of volcanoes
What does it do?
Volcanic Rock is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Abrasive
removes material from the skin or other surface, used in scrubs and toothpaste
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
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Reducing
a reducing agent — donates electrons to break chemical bonds, used in perms and depilatories
EU regulatory status
Volcanic Rock 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?
Volcanic Rock is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Volcanic Rock is the various minerals obtained from the basins of volcanoes
Is Volcanic Rock allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Volcanic Rock is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Volcanic Rock do in cosmetic products?
Volcanic Rock is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: abrasive, antioxidant, binding, reducing.
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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