An extract of Siberian juniper needles, listed as a humectant and conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Juniperus sibirica needle extract is an extract of the needles of Siberian juniper, Juniperus sibirica, of the cypress family (Cupressaceae). CosIng lists it as a hair-conditioning, humectant 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 content of individual constituents. As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches.
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.
- Humectant
- Retaining and/or preserving the moisture in a product during use.
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.