Lawsonia Inermis Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract
INCI: LAWSONIA INERMIS FLOWER/FRUIT/LEAF EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Lawsonia inermis leaf extract presents significant safety concerns including lawsone quantification requirements, genotoxicity data gaps, and G6PD-related hemolytic risk; SCCS unable to confirm safety; restricted use in EU with concentration limits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lawsonia Inermis Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?
Lawsonia inermis leaf extract presents significant safety concerns including lawsone quantification requirements, genotoxicity data gaps, and G6PD-related hemolytic risk; SCCS unable to confirm safety; restricted use in EU with concentration limits. The EU classifies Lawsonia Inermis Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Lawsonia Inermis Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?
Lawsonia Inermis Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 1.4%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lawsonia Inermis Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?
Lawsonia Inermis Flower/Fruit/Leaf Extract functions as: Hair conditioning, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84988-66-9 (parent CAS).
What is the Margin of Safety for Lawsonia Inermis Flower/Fruit/Leaf 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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