Malva Sylvestris Extract

INCI: MALVA SYLVESTRIS (MALLOW) EXTRACT

CAS Number
84082-57-5
Function
Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Moisturising, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing, Soothing
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not prohibited or restricted; permitted for cosmetic use

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Favorable safety profile with minimal risk of irritation. Suitable for sensitive skin. Rare allergic reactions possible; patch testing recommended for allergy-prone individuals. Contains tannins that gently detach the dead skin layer, providing mild exfoliation. Also shrinks the appearance of large pores. Anti-inflammatory, hydrating, and emollient. The whole-plant extract (vs. flower/leaf) captures the broadest phytochemical profile

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malva Sylvestris Extract safe in cosmetics?

Favorable safety profile with minimal risk of irritation. Suitable for sensitive skin. Rare allergic reactions possible; patch testing recommended for allergy-prone individuals. Contains tannins that gently detach the dead skin layer, providing mild exfoliation. Also shrinks the appearance of large pores. Anti-inflammatory, hydrating, and emollient. The whole-plant extract (vs. flower/leaf) captures the broadest phytochemical profile The EU classifies Malva Sylvestris Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Malva Sylvestris Extract allowed in the EU?

Malva Sylvestris Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Malva Sylvestris Extract do in cosmetics?

Malva Sylvestris Extract functions as: Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Moisturising, Skin Conditioning, Smoothing, Soothing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84082-57-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Malva Sylvestris 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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