Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Water
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Mentha Aquatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillate obtained from the flowers, leaves, and stems of the Water Mint, Mentha aquatica L., Lamiaceae
What does it do?
Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Water is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
EU regulatory status
Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Water 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 Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Water?
Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Mentha Aquatica Flower/Leaf/Stem Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillate obtained from the flowers, leaves, and stems of the Water Mint, Mentha aquatica L., Lamiaceae
Is Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Water do in cosmetic products?
Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance.
What is the CAS number of Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Water?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Mentha Aquatica Flower/leaf/stem Water is 90063-96-0.
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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