An extract of lily of the valley roots, listed as a skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Convallaria majalis bulb/root extract is an extract of the roots and rhizomes of lily of the valley, Convallaria majalis, of the asparagus family (Asparagaceae; listed in CosIng under Liliaceae). CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.
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. As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches.
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.