What is it?
Mentha Citrata Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the whole plant, Mentha citrata. The accepted scientific name for Mentha citrata is Mentha x piperita.
What does it do?
Mentha Citrata Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
EU regulatory status
Mentha Citrata 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 Mentha Citrata Oil?
Mentha Citrata Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Mentha Citrata Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the whole plant, Mentha citrata. The accepted scientific name for Mentha citrata is Mentha x piperita.
Is Mentha Citrata Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Mentha Citrata Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Mentha Citrata Oil do in cosmetic products?
Mentha Citrata Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming.
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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: 07/07/2020