Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient

Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

INCI: MELISSA OFFICINALIS FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT

CAS Number
84082-61-1
Function
Soothing, tonic
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 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

Contains citral, geraniol, and citronellal which are EU-listed fragrance allergens requiring disclosure; potential for photoirritation is low but contact sensitization possible in sensitive individuals. Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis, Lamiaceae) is well-established in European phytotherapy; the extract provides anti-irritant and calming effects; distinctly different plant family (Lamiaceae) from the Melilotus entries (Fabaceae) above

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen eu_children_restricted ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract safe in cosmetics?

Contains citral, geraniol, and citronellal which are EU-listed fragrance allergens requiring disclosure; potential for photoirritation is low but contact sensitization possible in sensitive individuals. Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis, Lamiaceae) is well-established in European phytotherapy; the extract provides anti-irritant and calming effects; distinctly different plant family (Lamiaceae) from the Melilotus entries (Fabaceae) above The EU classifies Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract allowed in the EU?

Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract do in cosmetics?

Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract functions as: Soothing, tonic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84082-61-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract?

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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