Water Buffalo Horn Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Water Buffalo Horn Extract is the extract of the horn of the water buffalo, Bubalus bubalis
What does it do?
Water Buffalo Horn Extract is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
EU regulatory status
Water Buffalo Horn 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 Water Buffalo Horn Extract?
Water Buffalo Horn Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Water Buffalo Horn Extract is the extract of the horn of the water buffalo, Bubalus bubalis
Is Water Buffalo Horn Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Water Buffalo Horn Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Water Buffalo Horn Extract do in cosmetic products?
Water Buffalo Horn Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant.
What is the CAS number of Water Buffalo Horn Extract?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Water Buffalo Horn Extract is -.
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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