Mel Extract
Mel Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as a moisturising agent. It is used in 73 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | MEL EXTRACT |
| Function | MOISTURISING |
| CAS number | 91052-92-5 / 8026-66-8 |
| EC number | 293-255-4 |
| Prevalence | 73 products (0.08% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 20 |
Used in
Serums 13.7%General Moisturizers 8.2%Face Cleansers 6.8%Lip Moisturizers 6.8%Shampoos 6.8%Toners 5.5%
Frequently asked
- What does Mel Extract do in skincare?
- Mel Extract functions as a moisturising agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Mel 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 Mel Extract?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (13.7% of its uses).
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