An extract of honey locust seeds, used for hair conditioning.
What it is
Gleditsia triacanthos seed extract is an extract of the seeds of the honey locust (sweet locust), Gleditsia triacanthos, of the legume family (Fabaceae, Leguminosae). CosIng lists it as a hair-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in a small number of hair care products, such as shampoos and conditioners.
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
- Hair conditioning
- Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.