Cyclopia Intermedia Leaf Extract
INCI: CYCLOPIA INTERMEDIA LEAF EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Similar profile to other Cyclopia species extracts; generally considered safe. Limited standalone clinical data compared to C. genistoides. Cyclopia intermedia is one of the four commercially harvested honeybush species in South Africa. Contains polyphenols including mangiferin and hesperidin, though the phytochemical profile differs quantitatively from C. genistoides. Traditionally used as a tea with antioxidant health benefits and topically for skin irritation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cyclopia Intermedia Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?
Similar profile to other Cyclopia species extracts; generally considered safe. Limited standalone clinical data compared to C. genistoides. Cyclopia intermedia is one of the four commercially harvested honeybush species in South Africa. Contains polyphenols including mangiferin and hesperidin, though the phytochemical profile differs quantitatively from C. genistoides. Traditionally used as a tea with antioxidant health benefits and topically for skin irritation The EU classifies Cyclopia Intermedia Leaf Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cyclopia Intermedia Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?
Cyclopia Intermedia Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cyclopia Intermedia Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?
Cyclopia Intermedia Leaf Extract functions as: Antioxidant, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published (Cyclopia intermedia is a distinct honeybush species).
What is the Margin of Safety for Cyclopia Intermedia Leaf 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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