Is Epigaea Repens Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?
Epigaea Repens Leaf Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Epigaea Repens Leaf Extract
INCI: EPIGAEA REPENS LEAF EXTRACT
Epigaea Repens Leaf Extract (CAS Not widely assigned (botanical extract; no EINECS entry)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted, max 0.02% (as hydroquinone impurity). Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not widely assigned (botanical extract; no EINECS entry)
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Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
EU Max Conc.
0.02% (as hydroquinone impurity)
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — no specific 21 CFR restriction; safe-use history as traditional botanical
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Epigaea Repens Leaf Extract.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Epigaea Repens Leaf Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
natural-origin
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Epigaea Repens Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?
Epigaea Repens Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.02% (as hydroquinone impurity). This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Epigaea Repens Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?
Epigaea Repens Leaf Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely assigned (botanical extract; no EINECS entry).
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