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Expert Verdict
Contains saponins (hederacoside C, ฮฑ-hederin) that can cause irritation at higher concentrations; falcarinol is a strong contact sensitizer; formulations often paired with penetration-enhancing vehicles (ethanol, propylene glycol) which increase systemic exposure; patch testing recommended for sensitive skin
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Is Hedera Helix Leaf Extract (Ivy) safe in cosmetics?
Contains saponins (hederacoside C, ฮฑ-hederin) that can cause irritation at higher concentrations; falcarinol is a strong contact sensitizer; formulations often paired with penetration-enhancing vehicles (ethanol, propylene glycol) which increase systemic exposure; patch testing recommended for sensitive skin The EU classifies Hedera Helix Leaf Extract (Ivy) as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hedera Helix Leaf Extract (Ivy) allowed in the EU?
Hedera Helix Leaf Extract (Ivy) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hedera Helix Leaf Extract (Ivy) do in cosmetics?
Hedera Helix Leaf Extract (Ivy) functions as: Skin conditioning (tonic, astringent, anti-cellulite). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84082-54-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hedera Helix Leaf Extract (Ivy)?
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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