Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Extract
INCI: GYNOSTEMMA PENTAPHYLLUM LEAF/STEM EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contains gypenosides (dammarane-type saponins structurally related to ginsenosides); saponins at high concentrations can be irritating; long history of traditional oral use (jiaogulan tea); limited cosmetic-specific safety studies
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Extract safe in cosmetics?
Contains gypenosides (dammarane-type saponins structurally related to ginsenosides); saponins at high concentrations can be irritating; long history of traditional oral use (jiaogulan tea); limited cosmetic-specific safety studies The EU classifies Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Extract allowed in the EU?
Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Extract do in cosmetics?
Gynostemma Pentaphyllum Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 223748-32-1 (extract); plant-derived, some suppliers list 94279-76-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Gynostemma Pentaphyllum 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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