INCI name

CAFFEIC ACID

Caffeic acid

A plant phenolic acid used as an antioxidant.

What it is

Caffeic acid (3,4-dihydroxycinnamic acid) is a phenolic acid that occurs in many plants. CosIng lists it as antioxidant and fragrance.

Where it is used

Found in serums, 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 whether it was obtained from plants or made synthetically.

Functions

Antioxidant
Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.

EU regulation

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

Products with this ingredient (32)

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