Equisetum Arvense Extract

Equisetum Arvense Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as an astringent, skin conditioning - emollient agent. It is used in 351 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameEQUISETUM ARVENSE EXTRACT
FunctionASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SOOTHING, TONIC
CAS number71011-23-9
EC number275-123-8
Prevalence351 products (0.38% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches170

Used in

Serums 15.4%General Moisturizers 12%Shampoos 10%Face Cleansers 6.8%Conditioners 4.8%Eye Moisturizers 3.7%

Frequently asked

What does Equisetum Arvense Extract do in skincare?
Equisetum Arvense Extract functions as an astringent, skin conditioning - emollient agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Equisetum Arvense Extract allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Equisetum Arvense Extract?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (15.4% of its uses).

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