Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Minimal. As a physical exfoliant, over-use could cause mechanical irritation. Standard formulation precautions apply.. Whole or ground mallow seeds used as a natural, biodegradable physical exfoliant - a plant-based alternative to synthetic microbeads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Malva Sylvestris Seed safe in cosmetics?
Minimal. As a physical exfoliant, over-use could cause mechanical irritation. Standard formulation precautions apply.. Whole or ground mallow seeds used as a natural, biodegradable physical exfoliant - a plant-based alternative to synthetic microbeads. The EU classifies Malva Sylvestris Seed as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Malva Sylvestris Seed allowed in the EU?
Malva Sylvestris Seed EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Malva Sylvestris Seed do in cosmetics?
Malva Sylvestris Seed functions as: Skin conditioning, abrasive (exfoliant). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Malva Sylvestris Seed?
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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