INCI name

DIOSMINE

Diosmin

Antioxidantreviewed

A flavonoid glycoside used as an antioxidant.

What it is

Diosmine (diosmin) is a flavone glycoside, the 7-rutinoside of diosmetin, belonging to the flavonoids found in citrus fruits. CosIng lists it as an antioxidant.

Where it is used

Found in a small number of skin care products, such as creams and eye 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 reveal whether it was obtained from plants or by semi-synthesis.

Functions

Antioxidant
Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.

EU regulation

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

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