Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum Marianum)
INCI: MILK THISTLE EXTRACT (SILYBUM MARIANUM)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Asteraceae family member with potential allergen risk; allergen screening recommended for sensitive-skin claims.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum Marianum) safe in cosmetics?
Asteraceae family member with potential allergen risk; allergen screening recommended for sensitive-skin claims. The EU classifies Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum Marianum) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum Marianum) allowed in the EU?
Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum Marianum) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum Marianum) do in cosmetics?
Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum Marianum) functions as: Skin conditioning, antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.
What is the Margin of Safety for Milk Thistle Extract (Silybum Marianum)?
adequate 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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