Macropiper Excelsum Leaf Extract
INCI: MACROPIPER EXCELSUM LEAF EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited formal toxicological data; traditional use in Māori medicine supports general safety. No CIR or SCCS review published. Derived from the Kawakawa (New Zealand's native pepper tree, Piperaceae); delivers antioxidant properties, refreshes and mildly stimulates the skin. Widely used in New Zealand-origin natural cosmetics brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Macropiper Excelsum Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?
Limited formal toxicological data; traditional use in Māori medicine supports general safety. No CIR or SCCS review published. Derived from the Kawakawa (New Zealand's native pepper tree, Piperaceae); delivers antioxidant properties, refreshes and mildly stimulates the skin. Widely used in New Zealand-origin natural cosmetics brands The EU classifies Macropiper Excelsum Leaf Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Macropiper Excelsum Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?
Macropiper Excelsum Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Macropiper Excelsum Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?
Macropiper Excelsum Leaf Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, skin protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (listed as "-" in databases).
What is the Margin of Safety for Macropiper Excelsum 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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