Lippia Alba Leaf/stem Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, fragrance, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Lippia Alba Leaf/Stem Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the leaves and stems of Lippia alba, Verbenaceae
What does it do?
Lippia Alba Leaf/stem Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
Lippia Alba Leaf/stem Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Lippia Alba Leaf/stem Oil?
Lippia Alba Leaf/stem Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lippia Alba Leaf/Stem Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the leaves and stems of Lippia alba, Verbenaceae
Is Lippia Alba Leaf/stem Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lippia Alba Leaf/stem Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lippia Alba Leaf/stem Oil do in cosmetic products?
Lippia Alba Leaf/stem Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, fragrance, perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Lippia Alba Leaf/stem Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lippia Alba Leaf/stem Oil is 8024-12-2.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010