Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf
INCI: MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA (TEA TREE) LEAF
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential skin sensitization, especially from oxidized terpene components; the SCCS has flagged oxidation-related sensitization risks for tea tree-derived materials. Contact dermatitis possible in sensitive individuals.. The raw dried leaf form of Melaleuca alternifolia; retains a broad spectrum of phytochemicals beyond just the volatile oil fraction
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf safe in cosmetics?
Potential skin sensitization, especially from oxidized terpene components; the SCCS has flagged oxidation-related sensitization risks for tea tree-derived materials. Contact dermatitis possible in sensitive individuals.. The raw dried leaf form of Melaleuca alternifolia; retains a broad spectrum of phytochemicals beyond just the volatile oil fraction The EU classifies Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf allowed in the EU?
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf do in cosmetics?
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf functions as: Skin conditioning - emollient (softens and smoothens the skin). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 85085-48-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf?
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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