Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Same phytoestrogen profile as the leaf extract. Physical form may cause inhalation irritation during manufacturing (GMP consideration). Lower bioavailability of active compounds compared to extracts.. Retains the full phytochemical profile of alfalfa leaves in a dry, milled physical form; provides mild mechanical exfoliation and natural green color
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Medicago Sativa Leaf Powder safe in cosmetics?
Same phytoestrogen profile as the leaf extract. Physical form may cause inhalation irritation during manufacturing (GMP consideration). Lower bioavailability of active compounds compared to extracts.. Retains the full phytochemical profile of alfalfa leaves in a dry, milled physical form; provides mild mechanical exfoliation and natural green color The EU classifies Medicago Sativa Leaf Powder as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Medicago Sativa Leaf Powder allowed in the EU?
Medicago Sativa Leaf Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Medicago Sativa Leaf Powder do in cosmetics?
Medicago Sativa Leaf Powder functions as: Skin conditioning, bulking agent, abrasive (mild exfoliant). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84082-36-0 (general Medicago sativa CAS; no separate CAS assigned for the powder form).
What is the Margin of Safety for Medicago Sativa Leaf Powder?
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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