Momordica Charantia Leaf Extract
INCI: MOMORDICA CHARANTIA LEAF EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited dedicated safety data for leaf-specific extract; leaves contain higher concentrations of alkaloids (momordicine) compared to fruit - formulators should verify safety at intended use levels. Solvent extract specifically from the leaves of Momordica charantia; leaves are traditionally used in folk medicine for wound healing and anti-inflammatory purposes; distinct phytochemical profile from fruit extracts with higher alkaloid and flavonoid content
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Momordica Charantia Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?
Limited dedicated safety data for leaf-specific extract; leaves contain higher concentrations of alkaloids (momordicine) compared to fruit - formulators should verify safety at intended use levels. Solvent extract specifically from the leaves of Momordica charantia; leaves are traditionally used in folk medicine for wound healing and anti-inflammatory purposes; distinct phytochemical profile from fruit extracts with higher alkaloid and flavonoid content The EU classifies Momordica Charantia Leaf Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Momordica Charantia Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?
Momordica Charantia Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Momordica Charantia Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?
Momordica Charantia Leaf Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not separately assigned in CosIng (parent plant CAS: 93333-80-3 for whole-plant extracts).
What is the Margin of Safety for Momordica Charantia 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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