Mentha Piperita Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, perfuming, refreshing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Mentha Piperita Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the whole plant of the Peppermint, Mentha piperita (L.), Labiatae
What does it do?
Mentha Piperita Oil 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
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
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Refreshing
provides a cooling, refreshing sensation on skin
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Tonic
provides a toning effect on skin or scalp — generally tightening or refreshing
EU regulatory status
Mentha Piperita 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 Piperita Oil?
Mentha Piperita Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Mentha Piperita Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the whole plant of the Peppermint, Mentha piperita (L.), Labiatae
Is Mentha Piperita Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Mentha Piperita Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Mentha Piperita Oil do in cosmetic products?
Mentha Piperita Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming, refreshing, tonic.
What is the CAS number of Mentha Piperita Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Mentha Piperita Oil is 8006-90-4 / 84082-70-2.
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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