INCI name

EUPHRASIA OFFICINALIS EXTRACT

Eyebright extract

An extract of the eyebright plant.

What it is

Euphrasia officinalis extract is an extract of the aerial parts of eyebright. CosIng lists it as antimicrobial, astringent, skin conditioning, soothing and tonic.

Where it is used

Found mainly in eye creams, eye gels and eye makeup removers, and also in toners.

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.

CosIng functions describe cosmetic roles, not medical effects.

Functions

Antimicrobial
Preventing and/or slowing down microbial growth.
Astringent
Contracting and/or tightening the skin.
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.

Products with this ingredient (61)

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