Deschampsia Antarctica Leaf Extract
INCI: DESCHAMPSIA ANTARCTICA LEAF EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
UV absorber with potential drug classification if SPF claims are made; sustainability concerns due to Antarctic Treaty harvesting restrictions; grass pollen cross-reactivity possible in atopic individuals; extract standardization required.
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Is Deschampsia Antarctica Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?
UV absorber with potential drug classification if SPF claims are made; sustainability concerns due to Antarctic Treaty harvesting restrictions; grass pollen cross-reactivity possible in atopic individuals; extract standardization required. The EU classifies Deschampsia Antarctica Leaf Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Deschampsia Antarctica Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?
Deschampsia Antarctica Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Deschampsia Antarctica Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?
Deschampsia Antarctica Leaf Extract functions as: Antioxidant, UV absorber. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (botanical extract from *Deschampsia antarctica*, Poaceae).
What is the Margin of Safety for Deschampsia Antarctica 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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