Is Aqua Vitae safe in cosmetics?
Aqua Vitae has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Aqua Vitae
INCI: AQUA VITAE
Aqua Vitae is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Solvent, skin conditioning, toning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted.
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Function
Solvent, skin conditioning, toning
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Historically refers to distilled spirits (ethanol/water solution). When used in cosmetics, typically functions similarly to alcohol-based tonics or botanical hydrosols. No specific FDA restrictions.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Aqua Vitae.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Aqua Vitae.
Regulatory Flags
historical-term
alcohol-containing
solvent-base
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Aqua Vitae allowed in the EU?
Aqua Vitae EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Aqua Vitae do in cosmetics?
Aqua Vitae functions as: Solvent, skin conditioning, toning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.
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