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INCI name

CAPSICUM ANNUUM FRUIT EXTRACT

Capsicum fruit extract

Anti-seborrheicAntimicrobialAntioxidantAstringentHair conditioningSkin protectingreviewed

An extract of pepper fruit with several CosIng functions.

What it is

Capsicum annuum fruit extract is an extract of the fruit of the pepper, Capsicum annuum, of the nightshade family (Solanaceae). CosIng lists it as an anti-seborrhoeic, antimicrobial, antioxidant, astringent, hair-conditioning and skin-protecting ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in shampoos, scalp products, body care products and products marketed as warming.

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, solvent or content of pungent compounds.

Functions

Anti-seborrheic
Preventing or relieving the symptoms of seborrhea and/or seborrheic dermatitis, including dandruff.
Antimicrobial
Preventing and/or slowing down microbial growth.
Antioxidant
Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
Astringent
Contracting and/or tightening the skin.
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 protecting
Helping to avoid harmful effects to the skin from external factors.

EU regulation

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

Products with this ingredient (19)

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