Malva Sylvestris Leaf Water

INCI: MALVA SYLVESTRIS (MALLOW) LEAF WATER

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (parent plant extract CAS 84082-57-5 is sometimes referenced)
Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - included in the CIR 2023 safety assessment and concluded safe in present practices of use when formulated to be non-sensitizing.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Very low risk profile. As a hydrosol/distillate, concentration of active constituents is dilute. Standard good manufacturing practices apply.. Hydrosol obtained by steam distillation of mallow leaves; provides gentle hydration and soothing effects; suitable for sensitive skin formulations.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Malva Sylvestris Leaf Water safe in cosmetics?

Very low risk profile. As a hydrosol/distillate, concentration of active constituents is dilute. Standard good manufacturing practices apply.. Hydrosol obtained by steam distillation of mallow leaves; provides gentle hydration and soothing effects; suitable for sensitive skin formulations. The EU classifies Malva Sylvestris Leaf Water as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Malva Sylvestris Leaf Water allowed in the EU?

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

What does Malva Sylvestris Leaf Water do in cosmetics?

Malva Sylvestris Leaf Water functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (parent plant extract CAS 84082-57-5 is sometimes referenced).

What is the Margin of Safety for Malva Sylvestris Leaf Water?

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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