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HEDERA HELIX EXTRACT

Hedera Helix Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Ivy, Hedera helix L., Araliaceae

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INCI / SOURCE NAMEHEDERA HELIX EXTRACT
CAS REFERENCE84082-54-2
RECORDED FUNCTIONS6 cosmetic roles
RESEARCH COVERAGESource dossierView evidence scope ↗
01 / BENEFITS & USES

What it brings to beauty.

Explore the recorded roles of HEDERA HELIX EXTRACT and what they can mean in a cosmetic formula.

Source-function explanation

The panels below interpret this ingredient’s recorded functions. They describe possible contributions, not proven clinical results. Any individually reviewed study is shown separately.

01 / COSMETIC CONTEXT

For skin

  • AstringentProduces a tightening sensation. This does not establish a lasting change to pore size.
  • Skin ConditioningA broad skin-conditioning role is recorded. A more specific benefit needs ingredient-level evidence.
  • SoothingMay help reduce a feeling of discomfort within a finished cosmetic formula.
02 / COSMETIC CONTEXT

For hair

No hair-specific function has been mapped from this source record. Hair or scalp benefits have not yet been reviewed here.

03 / FORMULATION ROLE

In cosmetics

  • AstringentProduces a tightening or contracting sensation on a surface. This sensory function is not a treatment claim.
  • Skin ConditioningUsed to help keep skin in good condition. This broad function does not identify a specific clinical result.
  • SoothingHelps reduce a feeling of discomfort in a cosmetic context. The function is separate from evidence that a finished product treats a condition.
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  • AnticakingHelps solid particles remain free-flowing instead of forming clumps.
  • AntimicrobialHelps reduce microbial activity in the context of a cosmetic use. This function does not establish that a product treats an infection.
  • TonicContributes a toning or refreshing sensory effect in a cosmetic product.

Possible formulation contexts

Examples associated with the recorded function classes; these are not verified product listings or instructions to apply the raw ingredient.

  • Astringent formulas
  • Skin-conditioning formulas
  • Skin-comfort formulas
  • Powders
  • Microbial-control systems
  • Refreshing sensory formulas
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Ingredient form, concentration, pH, delivery system and contact time can change the result. A skin finding does not establish a hair benefit; a conditioning or fibre result does not establish hair growth.

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02 / KNOW THE NAME

Ingredient identity

COSING SOURCE DESCRIPTION

Hedera Helix Extract is an extract of the whole plant of the Ivy, Hedera helix L., Araliaceae

European Commission · source text, with formatting normalised · CC BY 4.0
Source ingredient name
HEDERA HELIX EXTRACT
CAS identifier(s)
84082-54-2
EC identifier(s)
282-000-2
Other source names / search aliases
HEDERA HELIX (IVY) EXTRACT

CAS and EC identifiers are source references. A botanical extract, polymer or mixture may have more than one identifier; a name does not establish purity, supplier grade or sourcing.

03 / INSIDE THE FORMULA

What does it do?

Anticaking

Helps solid particles remain free-flowing instead of forming clumps.

Antimicrobial

Helps reduce microbial activity in the context of a cosmetic use. This function does not establish that a product treats an infection.

Astringent

Produces a tightening or contracting sensation on a surface. This sensory function is not a treatment claim.

Skin Conditioning

Used to help keep skin in good condition. This broad function does not identify a specific clinical result.

Soothing

Helps reduce a feeling of discomfort in a cosmetic context. The function is separate from evidence that a finished product treats a condition.

Tonic

Contributes a toning or refreshing sensory effect in a cosmetic product.

Functions describe possible roles in a formulation. They do not establish the performance of every product containing this ingredient.

04 / READ THE LABEL

Match the complete name.

Look for the complete name HEDERA HELIX EXTRACT. Similar words, derivatives and salts can refer to different ingredients.

A label usually does not tell you the supplier grade, extraction method or exact concentration of each ingredient. An individual ingredient cannot reveal the overall behaviour of a finished formula.

Expanded Beaut.in explanation in progress

This entry currently documents source identity and functions. Ingredient-specific efficacy studies, sensitisation context and India-specific restrictions still need an editorial review.

05 / EVIDENCE & REGULATORY CONTEXT

Keep the context in view.

India

Applicable Cosmetics Rules and standards need to be checked for the ingredient, product type and use. Ingredient-specific restrictions have not yet been mapped here.

European Union

CosIng records do not authorise use. Check the current Cosmetics Regulation and annexes for restrictions and conditions.

United States

FDA guidance has a US scope. Product classification, colour additives and other ingredient conditions require separate checks.

Individual experience

No personalised suitability or allergy assessment is provided. A source function is separate from human efficacy and finished-product testing.

Independent clinical evidence synthesis
Not yet completed
Ingredient safety score
Not assigned
Concentration / exposure limits
Not inferred from the ingredient name
06 / FOLLOW THE REFERENCE

Sources & record history

About this image

Source organism · Hedera helix · Source-organism reference image; not a photograph of the processed cosmetic ingredient.

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Resized and converted to WebP. Displayed crop may differ. · Reference checked 28 October 2026.

  1. European Commission · CosIng ingredient record ↗

    Identity, identifiers and functions. Snapshot checked 28 October 2026. CosIng source reference: 34230.

  2. European Commission · Database scope & limitations ↗
  3. CDSCO · India cosmetics framework ↗
  4. FDA · US cosmetics guidance ↗

Beaut.in explains ingredient information in original language. Source inclusion does not constitute endorsement. Source descriptions and annex-table fields are reproduced with credit to the European Union; formatting is normalised. The current record is a dated snapshot, not a live regulatory monitor. Reuse terms: European Commission · CC BY 4.0 ↗.

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