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Wasabia Japonica Flower Extract

A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Wasabia Japonica Flower Extract is the extract of the flowers of Wasabia japonica, Brassicaceae.

What does it do?

Wasabia Japonica Flower Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Wasabia Japonica Flower 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 Wasabia Japonica Flower Extract?

Wasabia Japonica Flower Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Wasabia Japonica Flower Extract is the extract of the flowers of Wasabia japonica, Brassicaceae.

Is Wasabia Japonica Flower Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Wasabia Japonica Flower Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Wasabia Japonica Flower Extract do in cosmetic products?

Wasabia Japonica Flower Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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: 24/04/2014