Thuja occidentalis leaf extract (inci

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 90131-58-1

Definition
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Thuja occidentalis leaf extract is the extract from Thuja occidentalis, the occidental tree of life, a 6 to 20 m high, evergreen conifer from the cypress family.

Field of application/use
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Thuja occidentalis leaf extract refers to the extract from the needles of the plant. It is used in cosmetic formulations and acts as an antioxidant: (prevents or delays the decomposition of active ingredients and auxiliary agents in extemporaneous formulas, even at low concentrations), bleaching agent (lightens the colour of the hair or skin), hair conditioning agent (makes the hair easier to comb, smooth, soft and shiny and gives it volume), skin care agent (keeps the skin in good condition) and perfume agent (improves the smell of a product and/or perfumes the skin).

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Tree of life more occidental;

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Tree of life more occidental;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020