Carnosic Acid

Carnosic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antioxidant agent. It is used in 1 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameCARNOSIC ACID
FunctionANTIOXIDANT
CAS number3650-09-7
Prevalence1 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches1,600

Used in

Serums 100%

Frequently asked

What does Carnosic Acid do in skincare?
Carnosic Acid functions as an antioxidant agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Carnosic Acid allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Carnosic Acid?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (100% of its uses).

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