Characteristics
- INCI
- Riboflavin
- CAS
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83-88-5
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- EC
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201-507-1
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- IUPAC
- Riboflavin
- Functions
- cosmetic colorant, skin conditioning
- EU Restr.
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IV/145
EU regulatory status: restricted use. The ingredient is permitted in EU cosmetics but its use and labelling are regulated.
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Для кого подходит
Description
Riboflavin is vitamin B2, a water-soluble vitamin that shows up in cosmetics mostly as a nutrient-supporting ingredient and, sometimes, as a yellow colorant. In skin care, it’s valued more for its role in overall skin function than for dramatic stand-alone effects. Because riboflavin helps support normal cellular energy processes, it’s often included in formulas aimed at keeping skin looking healthy and resilient.
For skin, riboflavin is most relevant in products designed for dull, tired-looking, or environmentally stressed skin. It may help support a more balanced, refreshed appearance as part of a broader formula, especially when paired with other vitamins, humectants, or antioxidants. In hair care, it’s less common as a headline ingredient, but it can appear in scalp- or hair-support products where the focus is on general conditioning and nutrient support.
Who benefits? People looking for gentle, everyday formulas with a vitamin-rich profile may appreciate riboflavin, especially in moisturizers, serums, and hair products. Caveat: riboflavin is not a miracle brightener or anti-aging active on its own, and its benefits depend heavily on the full formula. It’s generally well tolerated, but as with any ingredient, sensitive users should check the complete ingredient list if they’re prone to irritation.
Found in products (671 total)
Наиболее часто встречается в продукции Filorga Laboratories (73 продуктов)
