Good Colorant

Blue Lotus Extract (Nymphaea Caerulea)

INCI: NYMPHAEA CAERULEA EXTRACT

CAS Number
None
Function
Colorant
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status restricted
US Notes CIR Nelumbo nucifera report (March 2025) concluded insufficient data to determine safety even for Nelumbo nucifera-derived ingredients, a far more studied species.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Blue Lotus Extract is used as a colorant in cosmetics but has limited safety data; CIR reports insufficient evidence for definitive safety determination.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blue Lotus Extract (Nymphaea Caerulea) safe in cosmetics?

Blue Lotus Extract is used as a colorant in cosmetics but has limited safety data; CIR reports insufficient evidence for definitive safety determination. The EU classifies Blue Lotus Extract (Nymphaea Caerulea) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Blue Lotus Extract (Nymphaea Caerulea) allowed in the EU?

Blue Lotus Extract (Nymphaea Caerulea) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Blue Lotus Extract (Nymphaea Caerulea) do in cosmetics?

Blue Lotus Extract (Nymphaea Caerulea) functions as: Colorant. It is classified as a Colorant in our database. CAS number: None.

What is the Margin of Safety for Blue Lotus Extract (Nymphaea Caerulea)?

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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