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Expert Verdict
Thymol content is variable and can cause irritation at higher concentrations; Korean cosmetics market has more usage history than EU/US
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Thymus Quinquecostatus Extract safe in cosmetics?
Thymol content is variable and can cause irritation at higher concentrations; Korean cosmetics market has more usage history than EU/US The EU classifies Thymus Quinquecostatus Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Thymus Quinquecostatus Extract allowed in the EU?
Thymus Quinquecostatus Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Thymus Quinquecostatus Extract do in cosmetics?
Thymus Quinquecostatus Extract functions as: Skin conditioning; antioxidant, anti-aging, whitening, moisturizing (per Korean patent data). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91770-86-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Thymus Quinquecostatus 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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