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Expert Verdict
Fennel fruit extract with emollient, soothing, and skin conditioning properties; contains estragole but levels in cosmetic extracts are far below thresholds of concern; safe for topical use at recommended concentrations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Foeniculum Vulgare Fruit Extract safe in cosmetics?
Fennel fruit extract with emollient, soothing, and skin conditioning properties; contains estragole but levels in cosmetic extracts are far below thresholds of concern; safe for topical use at recommended concentrations. The EU classifies Foeniculum Vulgare Fruit Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Foeniculum Vulgare Fruit Extract allowed in the EU?
Foeniculum Vulgare Fruit Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Foeniculum Vulgare Fruit Extract do in cosmetics?
Foeniculum Vulgare Fruit Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient, soothing, tonic, perfuming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84625-39-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Foeniculum Vulgare Fruit 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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