INCI name

PARIETARIA OFFICINALIS EXTRACT

Pellitory-of-the-wall extract

An extract of pellitory-of-the-wall, used as an emollient and soothing ingredient.

What it is

Parietaria officinalis extract is an extract of the leaves and stems of pellitory-of-the-wall, Parietaria officinalis, of the nettle family (Urticaceae). CosIng lists it as an emollient and soothing ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in creams, lotions and other skin 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 or solvent.

Functions

Skin conditioning – emollient
Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
Soothing
Lightening discomfort of the skin or of the scalp.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

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