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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No significant topical safety concerns; well-established use in food/supplement context supports safety; potential for contact dermatitis is low but not excluded for Brassicaceae-sensitive individuals. Derived from Lepidium meyenii (Maca, Peruvian Ginseng), family Brassicaceae; contains macamides, macaenes, glucosinolates, and alkaloids; the whole-plant extract may include aerial parts in addition to roots
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lepidium Meyenii Extract safe in cosmetics?
No significant topical safety concerns; well-established use in food/supplement context supports safety; potential for contact dermatitis is low but not excluded for Brassicaceae-sensitive individuals. Derived from Lepidium meyenii (Maca, Peruvian Ginseng), family Brassicaceae; contains macamides, macaenes, glucosinolates, and alkaloids; the whole-plant extract may include aerial parts in addition to roots The EU classifies Lepidium Meyenii Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Lepidium Meyenii Extract allowed in the EU?
Lepidium Meyenii Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lepidium Meyenii Extract do in cosmetics?
Lepidium Meyenii Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned for the whole-plant extract (root extract CAS: 828927-86-2).
What is the Margin of Safety for Lepidium Meyenii 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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