Brassocattleya Marcella Koss Leaf/Stem Extract
INCI: BRASSOCATTLEYA MARCELLA KOSS LEAF/STEM EXTRACT
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Described as "of uncertain composition" (Schmidt 2017), meaning full phytochemical characterization is incomplete. Limited long-term safety data publicly available.. This orchid extract contains phenanthrene derivatives including eucomic acid and 3′,4-dihydroxy-3,5′-dimethoxydibenzyl. It acts on key genes involved in all stages of the melanogenesis pathway and inhibits PGE2 release from keratinocytes even under UVB stimulation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brassocattleya Marcella Koss Leaf/Stem Extract safe in cosmetics?
Described as "of uncertain composition" (Schmidt 2017), meaning full phytochemical characterization is incomplete. Limited long-term safety data publicly available.. This orchid extract contains phenanthrene derivatives including eucomic acid and 3′,4-dihydroxy-3,5′-dimethoxydibenzyl. It acts on key genes involved in all stages of the melanogenesis pathway and inhibits PGE2 release from keratinocytes even under UVB stimulation. The EU classifies Brassocattleya Marcella Koss Leaf/Stem Extract as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Brassocattleya Marcella Koss Leaf/Stem Extract allowed in the EU?
Brassocattleya Marcella Koss Leaf/Stem Extract EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Brassocattleya Marcella Koss Leaf/Stem Extract do in cosmetics?
Brassocattleya Marcella Koss Leaf/Stem Extract functions as: Bleaching (skin lightening), skin conditioning, emollient, skin protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (of uncertain composition).
What is the Margin of Safety for Brassocattleya Marcella Koss Leaf/Stem Extract?
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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