Mentha Pulegium Oil
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 Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the leaves of the Pennyroyal, Mentha pulegium L., Labiatae
What does it do?
Mentha Pulegium 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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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 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 Pulegium Oil?
Mentha Pulegium Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Mentha Pulegium Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the leaves of the Pennyroyal, Mentha pulegium L., Labiatae
Is Mentha Pulegium Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Mentha Pulegium Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Mentha Pulegium Oil do in cosmetic products?
Mentha Pulegium Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, refreshing, tonic.
What is the CAS number of Mentha Pulegium Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Mentha Pulegium Oil is 8007-44-1.
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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