An extract of eddoe (taro) roots, used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Colocasia antiquorum root extract is an extract of the roots of Colocasia antiquorum, a taro-like plant known as eddoe, of the arum family (Araceae). CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in 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 show the extraction solvent or the concentration of the extract.
Functions
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.