Is Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract safe in cosmetics?
Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract
INCI: THYMUS VULGARIS (THYME) LEAF EXTRACT
Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract (CAS 84929-51-1 (same CAS as Thymus Vulgaris Extract — the leaf specification is a botanical precision)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, skin conditioning, soothing;. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
84929-51-1 (same CAS as Thymus Vulgaris Extract — the leaf specification is a botanical precision)
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Function
Antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, skin conditioning, soothing; particularly beneficial for combination/oily and imperfection-prone skin
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted; safety substantiated per 21 CFR 740.10 requirements
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
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Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract allowed in the EU?
Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract do in cosmetics?
Thymus Vulgaris Leaf Extract functions as: Antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, skin conditioning, soothing; particularly beneficial for combination/oily and imperfection-prone skin. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84929-51-1 (same CAS as Thymus Vulgaris Extract — the leaf specification is a botanical precision).
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