An extract of the pepper plant Capsicum annuum, used as a fragrance, skin-conditioning and tonic ingredient.
What it is
Capsicum annuum extract is, according to CosIng, an extract of the whole plant of Capsicum annuum, the species that includes sweet peppers and many chilli peppers, of the nightshade family (Solanaceae). CosIng lists it as a fragrance, skin-conditioning and tonic 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.
The INCI name does not show the extraction solvent or the content of individual constituents, such as capsaicin.
Functions
- Fragrance
- Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
- Tonic
- Producing a feeling of well-being on skin and hair.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.