Epilobium Angustifolium Extract

INCI: EPILOBIUM ANGUSTIFOLIUM EXTRACT

CAS Number
90028-31-2 [^1_11]
Function
Skin conditioning; anti-inflammatory, antioxidant (oenothein B, flavonoids)
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no 21 CFR restriction; CIR has not published a dedicated monograph but botanical is well-established

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Epilobium angustifolium extract is well-established with minimal safety concerns; ensure extraction solvent residues are within limits and monitor tannin content which may cause mild astringency at high concentrations.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Epilobium Angustifolium Extract safe in cosmetics?

Epilobium angustifolium extract is well-established with minimal safety concerns; ensure extraction solvent residues are within limits and monitor tannin content which may cause mild astringency at high concentrations. The EU classifies Epilobium Angustifolium Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Epilobium Angustifolium Extract allowed in the EU?

Epilobium Angustifolium Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Epilobium Angustifolium Extract do in cosmetics?

Epilobium Angustifolium Extract functions as: Skin conditioning; anti-inflammatory, antioxidant (oenothein B, flavonoids). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90028-31-2 [^1_11].

What is the Margin of Safety for Epilobium Angustifolium Extract?

adequate 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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