Mentha Arvensis 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 Arvensis Flower/Leaf/Stem Water is an aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the flowers, leaves and stems of the Horse Mint, Mentha arvensis L., Labiatae
What does it do?
Mentha Arvensis 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 Arvensis 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 Arvensis Flower/leaf/stem Water?
Mentha Arvensis Flower/leaf/stem Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Mentha Arvensis Flower/Leaf/Stem Water is an aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the flowers, leaves and stems of the Horse Mint, Mentha arvensis L., Labiatae
Is Mentha Arvensis Flower/leaf/stem Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Mentha Arvensis Flower/leaf/stem Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Mentha Arvensis Flower/leaf/stem Water do in cosmetic products?
Mentha Arvensis Flower/leaf/stem Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance.
What is the CAS number of Mentha Arvensis Flower/leaf/stem Water?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Mentha Arvensis Flower/leaf/stem Water is 90063-97-1.
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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: 06/12/2011