Mentha Piperita Leaf Cell Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Mentha Piperita Leaf Cell Extract is the extract of a culture of the leaf cells of Mentha piperita, Laminaceae.
What does it do?
Mentha Piperita Leaf Cell Extract 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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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Mentha Piperita Leaf Cell Extract 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 Piperita Leaf Cell Extract?
Mentha Piperita Leaf Cell Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Mentha Piperita Leaf Cell Extract is the extract of a culture of the leaf cells of Mentha piperita, Laminaceae.
Is Mentha Piperita Leaf Cell Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Mentha Piperita Leaf Cell Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Mentha Piperita Leaf Cell Extract do in cosmetic products?
Mentha Piperita Leaf Cell Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin protecting.
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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: 06/12/2013