Xanthorrhizol
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Xanthorrhizol is the organic compound.
What does it do?
Xanthorrhizol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
EU regulatory status
Xanthorrhizol 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 Xanthorrhizol?
Xanthorrhizol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Xanthorrhizol is the organic compound.
Is Xanthorrhizol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Xanthorrhizol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Xanthorrhizol do in cosmetic products?
Xanthorrhizol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum.
What is the CAS number of Xanthorrhizol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Xanthorrhizol is 30199-26-9.
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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: 22/07/2024