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Mentha Piperita Water

A cosmetic ingredient used as deodorant, fragrance, refreshing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Mentha Piperita Water is an aqueous solution of the odoriferous principles of the leaves of the Peppermint, Mentha piperita (L.), Labiatae

What does it do?

Mentha Piperita Water is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Deodorant

    reduces or masks unpleasant body odour

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

  • Refreshing

    provides a cooling, refreshing sensation on skin

  • Tonic

    provides a toning effect on skin or scalp — generally tightening or refreshing

EU regulatory status

Mentha Piperita 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 Piperita Water?

Mentha Piperita Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Mentha Piperita Water is an aqueous solution of the odoriferous principles of the leaves of the Peppermint, Mentha piperita (L.), Labiatae

Is Mentha Piperita Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Mentha Piperita Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Mentha Piperita Water do in cosmetic products?

Mentha Piperita Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: deodorant, fragrance, refreshing, tonic.

What is the CAS number of Mentha Piperita Water?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Mentha Piperita Water is 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