Is Gotu Kola Powder safe in cosmetics?
Gotu Kola Powder has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Active Ingredient
Gotu Kola Powder
INCI: CENTELLA ASIATICA POWDER
Gotu Kola Powder is a cosmetic active ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning, antioxidant; triterpene saponins (TECA). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted.
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Function
Skin conditioning, antioxidant; triterpene saponins (TECA)
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR (2015) extract safe up to 0.1% leave-on. Extensive clinical data.
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Safety Data
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gotu Kola Powder allowed in the EU?
Gotu Kola Powder EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Gotu Kola Powder do in cosmetics?
Gotu Kola Powder functions as: Skin conditioning, antioxidant; triterpene saponins (TECA). It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database.
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