Is Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract safe in cosmetics?
Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
INCI: MELISSA OFFICINALIS FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT
Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract (CAS 84082-61-1) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Soothing, tonic. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Soothing, tonic
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed - no specific prohibition or restriction
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Deodorizer
Flavouring and nutrient
Fragrance
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Regulatory List Membership (5)
EU Regulated in Personal Care
EU Restricted for Children (Cosmetics)
EU Restricted for Children (Cosmetics)
IFRA Fragrance Transparency List
FDA Substances Added to Food (EAFUS)
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
potential-allergen
eu_children_restricted
ifra_fragrance
fda_food_additive
Chemical Function
Deodorizer
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Fragrance
Regulatory Lists
Europe; Personal care
Europe; Personal care
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract allowed in the EU?
Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract do in cosmetics?
Melissa Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract functions as: Soothing, tonic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84082-61-1.
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