FLAVOCETRARIA NIVALIS EXTRACT

Substance information

Ingredient obtained from algae (algae extract). "Extract" generally refers to a solvent extract, eg with water, alcohol or carbon dioxide.

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Function(s) of this ingredient in cosmetic products

HAIR CONDITIONING

Leaves the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and / or imparts volume

HUMECTANT

Holds and retains moisture in cosmetic products

SKIN CONDITIONING

Maintains the skin in good condition

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Origin

(Information may exclusively reflect the status at initial entry of this ingredient into the relevant INCI dictionary; technological progress may have added new manufacturing options based on substances of different origin)

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Background information on use in cosmetics

Flavones or flavonoids are so-called secondary plant substances and occur in many plants. They are, for instance, contained in fruits, vegetables and many pulses as well as nuts and wholemeal products. The name flavonoid is derived from the Latin term flavus which means yellow. Flavonoids have frequently – but not necessarily – a yellow colour. These plant colourants play an important role in the metabolism of many plants and in the human body they likewise activate many metabolic processes. In care products for the scalp flavonoids can improve the blood circulation and the nourishment of the hair roots. Other flavonoids, which protect the cell nucleus of certain plants against the consequences of strong sun radiation, are used in cosmetics because of their antioxidative protection potential. They prevent the skin from skin ageing caused by light and stimulate the cells’ own repair system. Algae extracts (INCI: ALGAE EXTRACT or a specific botanic name) are considered to be multi-talents with many interesting properties for cosmetics. Depending on their genus and origin, they contain lipids, proteins, vitamins, different ingredients with antibacterial effect and a high proportion of minerals. They have a revitalising and re-mineralising effect but can also stimulate the blood circulation. Another positive side effect: algae extracts boost the cell renewal. Algae extracts are extremely hygroscopic and correspond partly even to the different moisturisation components of the skin. In addition, they render the skin smooth and supple and are, therefore, often used as humectant substances in face toners and in peelings. In cosmetics mainly sea algae are used, whereas fresh water algae play a major role in nutrition.

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Belongs to the following substance groups

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Regulating cosmetics

Cosmetics Ingredients are subject to regulation. Please note, different regulations may apply to cosmetic ingredients outside the EU.