Melissa Officinalis Callus Lysate

INCI: MELISSA OFFICINALIS CALLUS LYSATE

CAS Number
Not assigned
Function
Skin conditioning (biotechnology-derived active)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - no specific prohibition or restriction

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

As a plant cell culture lysate, generally considered low-risk for sensitization compared to whole-plant extracts; however, limited published safety data specific to this INCI; novel ingredient status may require additional substantiation in some markets. Produced via plant cell culture technology - lysed callus cells from lemon balm (Melissa officinalis, Lamiaceae); standardized biotech production eliminates batch-to-batch variability seen in field-harvested extracts; marketed as a "plant ste...

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melissa Officinalis Callus Lysate safe in cosmetics?

As a plant cell culture lysate, generally considered low-risk for sensitization compared to whole-plant extracts; however, limited published safety data specific to this INCI; novel ingredient status may require additional substantiation in some markets. Produced via plant cell culture technology - lysed callus cells from lemon balm (Melissa officinalis, Lamiaceae); standardized biotech production eliminates batch-to-batch variability seen in field-harvested extracts; marketed as a "plant ste... The EU classifies Melissa Officinalis Callus Lysate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Melissa Officinalis Callus Lysate allowed in the EU?

Melissa Officinalis Callus Lysate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Melissa Officinalis Callus Lysate do in cosmetics?

Melissa Officinalis Callus Lysate functions as: Skin conditioning (biotechnology-derived active). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Melissa Officinalis Callus Lysate?

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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