INCI name

PULMONARIA OFFICINALIS EXTRACT

Lungwort extract

An extract of the whole lungwort plant used as an astringent and emollient.

What it is

Pulmonaria officinalis extract is an extract of the whole plant of lungwort, Pulmonaria officinalis, of the borage family (Boraginaceae). CosIng lists it as an astringent, emollient and skin-conditioning ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in creams, toners, cleansers and body 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

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.
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.

Products with this ingredient (16)

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