Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
INCI: MELISSA OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Generally safe; classified non-hazardous under chemical regulations; possible mild sensitization from citral traces in solvent extracts. Solvent extract rich in rosmarinic acid, luteolin, and apigenin; demonstrated antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activity in published studies
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?
Generally safe; classified non-hazardous under chemical regulations; possible mild sensitization from citral traces in solvent extracts. Solvent extract rich in rosmarinic acid, luteolin, and apigenin; demonstrated antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial activity in published studies The EU classifies Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?
Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, tonic, soothing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84082-61-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Melissa Officinalis Leaf 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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