Is Lepidium Meyenii Extract safe in cosmetics?
Lepidium Meyenii Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Lepidium Meyenii Extract
INCI: LEPIDIUM MEYENII EXTRACT
Lepidium Meyenii Extract (CAS Not specifically assigned for the whole-plant extract (root extract CAS: 828927-86-2)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin Conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not specifically assigned for the whole-plant extract (root extract CAS: 828927-86-2)
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Function
Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed - not prohibited or restricted; maca is also GRAS for food use, supporting its safety profile
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Lepidium Meyenii Extract.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Lepidium Meyenii Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
Frequently Asked Questions
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).
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