Litchi Chinensis Pericarp Extract
INCI: LITCHI CHINENSIS PERICARP EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Considered safe. No significant concerns documented in available safety literature. The pericarp (outer shell) is exceptionally rich in polyphenolic substances including procyanidin, epicatechin, kaempferol, and rutin, providing potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hepatoprotective activities. Also contains saponins and stigmasterol
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Litchi Chinensis Pericarp Extract safe in cosmetics?
Considered safe. No significant concerns documented in available safety literature. The pericarp (outer shell) is exceptionally rich in polyphenolic substances including procyanidin, epicatechin, kaempferol, and rutin, providing potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hepatoprotective activities. Also contains saponins and stigmasterol The EU classifies Litchi Chinensis Pericarp Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Litchi Chinensis Pericarp Extract allowed in the EU?
Litchi Chinensis Pericarp Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Litchi Chinensis Pericarp Extract do in cosmetics?
Litchi Chinensis Pericarp Extract functions as: Skin conditioning - maintains skin in good condition, restores and improves skin tolerance to external factors, prevents skin dehydration. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91722-81-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Litchi Chinensis Pericarp 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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