Mentha Piperita Leaf/Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract
INCI: MENTHA PIPERITA LEAF/URTICA DIOICA LEAF EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Dual-botanical sensitization risk; nettle component may cause contact reactions in sensitive individuals; cumulative menthol exposure must be monitored. Synergistic combination - peppermint provides cooling/antimicrobial action while nettle contributes anti-androgenic and anti-inflammatory properties relevant to scalp care
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mentha Piperita Leaf/Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?
Dual-botanical sensitization risk; nettle component may cause contact reactions in sensitive individuals; cumulative menthol exposure must be monitored. Synergistic combination - peppermint provides cooling/antimicrobial action while nettle contributes anti-androgenic and anti-inflammatory properties relevant to scalp care The EU classifies Mentha Piperita Leaf/Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Mentha Piperita Leaf/Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?
Mentha Piperita Leaf/Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mentha Piperita Leaf/Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?
Mentha Piperita Leaf/Urtica Dioica Leaf Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, anti-inflammatory, astringent, scalp care. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single dedicated CAS - this is a combination extract; component CAS numbers are 84082-70-2 (M. piperita) and 84012-40-8 (Urtica dioica).
What is the Margin of Safety for Mentha Piperita Leaf/Urtica Dioica 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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