Aqua Vitae

INCI: AQUA VITAE

Function
Solvent, skin conditioning, toning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ 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 (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Aqua Vitae is a traditional term for purified distilled water or an ethanol-water distillate, used in cosmetics as a solvent and skin toner. Well-tolerated for most users; high-alcohol formulations may be drying for sensitive skin.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

historical-term alcohol-containing solvent-base

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aqua Vitae safe in cosmetics?

Aqua Vitae is a traditional term for purified distilled water or an ethanol-water distillate, used in cosmetics as a solvent and skin toner. Well-tolerated for most users; high-alcohol formulations may be drying for sensitive skin. The EU classifies Aqua Vitae as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

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.

What is the Margin of Safety for Aqua Vitae?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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