Volcanic Sand
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Volcanic sand is loose, granular particles of disintegrated lava deposits
What does it do?
Volcanic Sand 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
Volcanic Sand 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 Sand?
Volcanic Sand is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Volcanic sand is loose, granular particles of disintegrated lava deposits
Is Volcanic Sand allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Volcanic Sand is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Volcanic Sand do in cosmetic products?
Volcanic Sand 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: 15/10/2010