INCI name

VITIS VINIFERA SEED EXTRACT

Grape seed extract

An extract of grape seeds with several functions listed in CosIng, including antioxidant.

What it is

Vitis vinifera seed extract is an extract of the seeds of the grapevine, Vitis vinifera, of the grape family (Vitaceae). CosIng lists it as an anti-seborrhoeic, antimicrobial, antioxidant, oral care, skin-protecting and UV-absorbing ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in creams, serums, body care products, toothpastes and hair 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 what the extract contains. It is not one of the UV filters listed in Annex VI.

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.
Oral care
Providing cosmetic effects to the oral cavity, e.g. cleansing, deodorising, protecting.
Skin protecting
Helping to avoid harmful effects to the skin from external factors.
UV absorber
Protecting the cosmetic product from the effects of UV-light.

EU regulation

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

Products with this ingredient (11)

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