INCI name

AMBER EXTRACT

Amber extract

An extract of fossilised tree resin (amber).

What it is

Amber Extract is an extract of amber, the fossilised resin of the tree Pinus succinifera. CosIng lists it for hair and skin conditioning.

Where it is used

Found in creams, serums, body care and hair products, often in products with an amber or Baltic theme.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not reveal the extraction method or solvent used.

Functions

Hair conditioning
Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (93)

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