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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Very limited published safety or toxicology data specific to cosmetic use. Formulators should verify solvent residues depending on extraction method (e.g., propylene glycol, glycerin-based extracts).. Mimosa pudica leaves contain mimosine (a non-protein amino acid), tannins, and flavonoids with reported anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity in ethnobotanical literature.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mimosa Pudica Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?
Very limited published safety or toxicology data specific to cosmetic use. Formulators should verify solvent residues depending on extraction method (e.g., propylene glycol, glycerin-based extracts).. Mimosa pudica leaves contain mimosine (a non-protein amino acid), tannins, and flavonoids with reported anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity in ethnobotanical literature. The EU classifies Mimosa Pudica Leaf Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Mimosa Pudica Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?
Mimosa Pudica Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Mimosa Pudica Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?
Mimosa Pudica Leaf Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned in CosIng (plant-part-specific extracts from Mimosa pudica may share the general extract identifier or carry none).
What is the Margin of Safety for Mimosa Pudica 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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