Luffa Cylindrica Stem Sap

INCI: LUFFA CYLINDRICA STEM SAP (ALSO EXISTS AS LUFFA CYLINDRICA STEM SAP FERMENT - A FERMENTED DERIVATIVE)

CAS Number
Not individually assigned
Function
Humectant, skin conditioning (emollient)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - no specific restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Generally safe; traditional topical use in Asia spans centuries; no documented sensitization; the fermented version should be assessed for preservative adequacy. Known as "Hechima water" (ヘチマ水) in Japan; naturally rich in sugars, amino acids, and organic acids giving it strong humectant properties; the fermented variant is produced via enzymatic/yeast/bacterial conversion for enhanced bioavailability

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Luffa Cylindrica Stem Sap safe in cosmetics?

Generally safe; traditional topical use in Asia spans centuries; no documented sensitization; the fermented version should be assessed for preservative adequacy. Known as "Hechima water" (ヘチマ水) in Japan; naturally rich in sugars, amino acids, and organic acids giving it strong humectant properties; the fermented variant is produced via enzymatic/yeast/bacterial conversion for enhanced bioavailability The EU classifies Luffa Cylindrica Stem Sap as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Luffa Cylindrica Stem Sap allowed in the EU?

Luffa Cylindrica Stem Sap EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Luffa Cylindrica Stem Sap do in cosmetics?

Luffa Cylindrica Stem Sap functions as: Humectant, skin conditioning (emollient). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Luffa Cylindrica Stem Sap?

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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