An extract of Siberian larch wood, listed as an antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-seborrhoeic ingredient.
What it is
Larix sibirica wood extract is, according to CosIng, the extract of the wood of the Siberian larch, Larix sibirica, of the pine family (Pinaceae). CosIng lists it as an anti-seborrhoeic, antimicrobial, antioxidant and skin-protecting 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 which solvent was used or how concentrated the extract is.
Functions
- Anti-seborrheic
- Preventing or relieving the symptoms of seborrhea and/or seborrheic dermatitis, including dandruff.
- Antimicrobial
- Preventing and/or slowing down microbial growth.
- Antioxidant
- Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
- Skin protecting
- Helping to avoid harmful effects to the skin from external factors.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.