Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil
INCI: LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA FLOWER/LEAF/STEM OIL
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Sensitization potential via linalool and its oxidation products (linalool hydroperoxides); ester content determines quality and mildness; oxidized oil significantly increases sensitization risk. Steam-distilled essential oil; quality measured by ester content (higher = better); anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity documented; chemical formula of primary component is C₁₀H₁₈O
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil safe in cosmetics?
Sensitization potential via linalool and its oxidation products (linalool hydroperoxides); ester content determines quality and mildness; oxidized oil significantly increases sensitization risk. Steam-distilled essential oil; quality measured by ester content (higher = better); anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity documented; chemical formula of primary component is C₁₀H₁₈O The EU classifies Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil allowed in the EU?
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil do in cosmetics?
Lavandula Angustifolia Flower/Leaf/Stem Oil functions as: Masking, fragrance, skin conditioning, soothing. 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/Leaf/Stem 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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