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Expert Verdict
Most-used Fucus ingredient with 287 documented uses at up to 5% in leave-on and rinse-off products; demonstrates estrogenic and anti-estrogenic activity in vitro with ER antagonist and aromatase inhibitor properties, hepatic effects at high oral doses, but not genotoxic; potential concern for heavy metals, arsenic content, and slight comedogenicity.
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Is Fucus Vesiculosus Extract safe in cosmetics?
Most-used Fucus ingredient with 287 documented uses at up to 5% in leave-on and rinse-off products; demonstrates estrogenic and anti-estrogenic activity in vitro with ER antagonist and aromatase inhibitor properties, hepatic effects at high oral doses, but not genotoxic; potential concern for heavy metals, arsenic content, and slight comedogenicity. The EU classifies Fucus Vesiculosus Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Fucus Vesiculosus Extract allowed in the EU?
Fucus Vesiculosus Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Fucus Vesiculosus Extract do in cosmetics?
Fucus Vesiculosus Extract functions as: Antioxidant, Hair Conditioning, Moisturising, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing, Soothing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84696-13-9 / EINECS 283-633-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Fucus Vesiculosus 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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