Zea Mays Fruit
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Zea Mays (Corn) Fruit is the fruit of Zea mays L., Poaceae
What does it do?
Zea Mays Fruit 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
Zea Mays Fruit 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 Zea Mays Fruit?
Zea Mays Fruit is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Zea Mays (Corn) Fruit is the fruit of Zea mays L., Poaceae
Is Zea Mays Fruit allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Zea Mays Fruit is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Zea Mays Fruit do in cosmetic products?
Zea Mays Fruit 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