An extract of echinacea roots, used as a skin-conditioning and soothing ingredient.
What it is
Echinacea angustifolia extract is an extract of the roots of the narrow-leaved coneflower, Echinacea angustifolia, of the daisy family (Compositae). CosIng lists it as a moisturising, skin-conditioning, soothing and tonic ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in creams, serums, lotions and other 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 reveal the extraction method or solvent.
Functions
- Moisturising
- Increasing the water content of the skin and keeping it soft and smooth.
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
- Soothing
- Lightening discomfort of the skin or of the scalp.
- 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.