Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water
INCI: MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA LEAF WATER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Generally lower sensitization risk than the essential oil due to much lower terpene concentration. Still contains trace volatile components; patch testing recommended for sensitive skin.. The aqueous distillate (hydrosol) obtained during steam distillation of tea tree leaves; contains water-soluble aromatic compounds at low concentrations; milder than the essential oil with a softer scent profile
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water safe in cosmetics?
Generally lower sensitization risk than the essential oil due to much lower terpene concentration. Still contains trace volatile components; patch testing recommended for sensitive skin.. The aqueous distillate (hydrosol) obtained during steam distillation of tea tree leaves; contains water-soluble aromatic compounds at low concentrations; milder than the essential oil with a softer scent profile The EU classifies Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water allowed in the EU?
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water do in cosmetics?
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Water functions as: Skin conditioning, fragrance (hydrosol/hydrolat). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 85085-48-9 (general CAS for Melaleuca alternifolia derivatives).
What is the Margin of Safety for Melaleuca Alternifolia 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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