The non-volatile residue of Manila elemi resin, used as a fragrance and hair-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Canarium luzonicum gum nonvolatiles is the non-volatile residue left after distilling the resin of Manila elemi, Canarium luzonicum, of the torchwood family (Burseraceae). CosIng lists it as a fragrance and hair-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Appears on the ingredient lists of a small number of 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.
As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches.
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.
- 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.