Mentha Pulegium Extract
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, refreshing, tonic in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Mentha Pulegium Extract is an extract of the flowering herb of the Pennyroyal, Mentha pulegium L., Labiatae
What does it do?
Mentha Pulegium Extract 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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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 Pulegium 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 Pulegium Extract?
Mentha Pulegium Extract is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Mentha Pulegium Extract is an extract of the flowering herb of the Pennyroyal, Mentha pulegium L., Labiatae
Is Mentha Pulegium Extract allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Mentha Pulegium Extract is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Mentha Pulegium Extract do in cosmetic products?
Mentha Pulegium Extract is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, refreshing, tonic.
What is the CAS number of Mentha Pulegium Extract?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Mentha Pulegium Extract is 90064-00-9.
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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