An extract of black walnut shells, listed as an astringent, emollient, fragrance and skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Juglans nigra shell extract is an extract of the shells of the black walnut, Juglans nigra, of the walnut family (Juglandaceae). CosIng lists it as an astringent, emollient, fragrance and skin-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Appears on the ingredient lists of a small number of 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
- Skin conditioning – miscellaneous
- Enhancing the appearance of dry and/or damaged skin by reducing flaking and restoring suppleness.
- Astringent
- Contracting and/or tightening the skin.
- Skin conditioning – emollient
- Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
- Fragrance
- Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.