Scenedesmus Rubescens Extract

INCI: SCENEDESMUS RUBESCENS EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned (microalgae extract)
Function
Skin conditioning, antioxidant (carotenoid-rich microalgae)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status restricted
US Notes Not specifically restricted; permitted under general cosmetic provisions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Limited toxicological data; similar safety profile to other *Scenedesmus* species extracts

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Scenedesmus Rubescens Extract safe in cosmetics?

Limited toxicological data; similar safety profile to other *Scenedesmus* species extracts The EU classifies Scenedesmus Rubescens Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Scenedesmus Rubescens Extract allowed in the EU?

Scenedesmus Rubescens Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Scenedesmus Rubescens Extract do in cosmetics?

Scenedesmus Rubescens Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, antioxidant (carotenoid-rich microalgae). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (microalgae extract).

What is the Margin of Safety for Scenedesmus Rubescens Extract?

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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