Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil
INCI: LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA FLOWER OIL
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Major allergen source: contains ~20-45% linalool and ~25-47% linalyl acetate; oxidation products (linalool hydroperoxides) are primary sensitizers; IFRA recommends usage limits; CIR has assessed as safe when formulated to be non-sensitizing. Steam-distilled from flowers only; considered the highest quality lavender oil with the sweetest, most floral profile; anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and anxiolytic properties well-documented; the benchmark lavender ingredient in cosmetics
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Is Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil safe in cosmetics?
Major allergen source: contains ~20-45% linalool and ~25-47% linalyl acetate; oxidation products (linalool hydroperoxides) are primary sensitizers; IFRA recommends usage limits; CIR has assessed as safe when formulated to be non-sensitizing. Steam-distilled from flowers only; considered the highest quality lavender oil with the sweetest, most floral profile; anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and anxiolytic properties well-documented; the benchmark lavender ingredient in cosmetics The EU classifies Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil allowed in the EU?
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil do in cosmetics?
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil functions as: Perfuming, masking, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8000-28-0 / 90063-37-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Oil?
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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