An extract of white ginger lily root, used as a fragrance and skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Hedychium coronarium root extract is an extract of the roots of the white ginger lily, Hedychium coronarium, of the ginger family (Zingiberaceae). CosIng lists it as a fragrance, skin-conditioning and tonic ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in skin care and other scented 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 show the extraction solvent or the concentration of the extract.
Functions
- Fragrance
- Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
- 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.