An extract of oat bran, listed in CosIng as an abrasive.
What it is
Avena sativa bran extract is an extract of the bran of oats, Avena sativa, of the grass family (Poaceae). CosIng lists it as an abrasive.
Where it is used
Found in cleansers, scrubs, creams and other skin care products.
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.
Functions
- Abrasive
- Removing unwanted tissue or foreign materials from various body surfaces, including mechanical tooth cleaning and/or gloss improvement.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.