What function does PHORMIUM TENAX LEAF serve in cosmetics?

According to the EU CosIng inventory, PHORMIUM TENAX LEAF carries the following function designation(s): HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT.

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PHORMIUM TENAX LEAF

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Phormium Tenax Leaf is the leaf of Phormium tenax, Asphodelaceae.

PHORMIUM TENAX LEAF is listed in the EU CosIng inventory, but no direct annex records are linked on this page yet.

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Inventory details for PHORMIUM TENAX LEAF

INCI name

PHORMIUM TENAX LEAF

Description

Phormium Tenax Leaf is the leaf of Phormium tenax, Asphodelaceae.

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Function

HUMECTANT SKIN CONDITIONING SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

How PHORMIUM TENAX LEAF appears in the CosIng inventory

The CosIng inventory lists PHORMIUM TENAX LEAF as a cosmetic ingredient and this page links it to 0 annex records. The inventory entry captures names and identifiers, while the annex records show where the substance is prohibited, restricted or positively listed in EU cosmetics law.

PHORMIUM TENAX LEAF is also tagged with 3 cosmetic functions in the official data. Function labels describe intended use, but they do not replace regulatory review of linked annex records before formulation or labelling work.

Frequently asked questions

PHORMIUM TENAX LEAF is listed in the EU CosIng ingredient inventory with no direct annex restriction records linked at this time. Absence of an annex link does not guarantee unrestricted use — always verify against the current official CosIng database before formulating.

According to the EU CosIng inventory, PHORMIUM TENAX LEAF carries the following function designation(s):

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Source note for PHORMIUM TENAX LEAF

This page reproduces the CosIng inventory entry for PHORMIUM TENAX LEAF from public European Commission cosmetic ingredient materials and shows linked identifiers even when no direct annex match is currently attached.

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