INCI name

HEDERA HELIX EXTRACT

Ivy extract

A whole-plant extract of ivy with a range of conditioning and astringent functions.

What it is

Hedera helix extract is an extract of the whole plant of common ivy, Hedera helix. CosIng lists it as an anticaking, antimicrobial, astringent, skin-conditioning, soothing and tonic ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in body creams, gels, toners and some hair 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, the solvent or the content of individual plant constituents.

Functions

Anticaking
Preventing agglomeration of particulate solids into lumps or hard masses (cohesive cake), thus allowing free flow of particles.
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 (10)

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