PSEUDOZYMA EPICOLA/ARGANIA SPINOSA KERNEL OIL/CAMELLIA JAPONICA SEED OIL/CAMELLIA SINENSIS SEED OIL/SUNFLOWER SEED OIL/SWEET ALMOND OIL FERMENT EXTRACT

Name of the plant

Argan Tree Common Camellia Assam Tea; Black Tea; Chinese Tea; Green Tea

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Used plant parts

Kernels Seeds (kernels)

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Type of preparation

Fat or essential oil Fermentation product (converted with enzymes, (yeast-) fungi or bacteria), extract (solvent extract)

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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

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Origin

plant biotechnology

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Background information on use in cosmetics

Argan oil (INCI: argania spinosa kernel oil; hydrogenated argania spinosa kernel oil) is a very valuable oil which is obtained from the seeds of the argan tree. The argan nut contains only approximately two to three seeds of the size of a sunflower kernel, so that the production is very expensive. Approximately 30 kg of harvested fruits are needed to obtain one litre of argan oil. The oil is used as foodstuff and remedy and also in cosmetics. Here it is appreciated, more particularly, because of its caring properties in hair and skincare. Argan oil contains many unsaturated fatty acids such as linoleic acid. It helps protect the skin against moisture loss and strengthens skin elasticity. Moreover, the oil is supposed to have anti-inflammatory properties, so that it is also frequently used for flaky, dry skin tending to be irritated. In addition, argan oil has a high concentration of antioxidants such as Vitamin E. In haircare products, the oil prevents hair breakage and secures a nice gloss as well as good combability. As an easily digestible hot beverage with a soothing effect, green tea is very popular. However, as an ingredient in many cosmetic products, green tea (INCI: camellia sinensis) has likewise already been appreciated for a long time. Green tea contains, unlike black tea, all its active ingredients since the leaves are not fermented. One of the main components of the tea is caffeine. Caffeine dehydrates the skin which is tightened again. Moreover, it ensures that the cells are supplied particularly well with oxygen and nutrients. Apart from caffeine, green tea contains tannins, vitamins, minerals and other trace elements – substances which support skin health. Its antioxidative effect helps the skin to protect itself and regularly renew itself. As a matter of principle, cosmetics with green tea are suitable for all skin types. However, skincare products which contain green tea deploy their effect more particularly in the event of demanding and sensitive skin. In shampoos, green tea has a soothing effect for the scalp and a purifying effect on oily hair. Almond oil [almond kernel oil, (sweet) almond oil] is a fatty vegetable oil and is obtained from almond seeds by cold pressing. The fatty acids with the highest shares are oleic acid (60 – 90 %) as well as linoleic acid (approximately 20 %). Almond oil has a soothing effect and imparts a soft skin feeling; for this reason it is used in many skincare products.

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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.