Mentha Suaveolens Flower Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Mentha Suaveolens Flower Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers of Mentha suaveolens, Lamiaceae.
What does it do?
Mentha Suaveolens Flower Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
EU regulatory status
Mentha Suaveolens Flower 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 Suaveolens Flower Oil?
Mentha Suaveolens Flower Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Mentha Suaveolens Flower Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the flowers of Mentha suaveolens, Lamiaceae.
Is Mentha Suaveolens Flower Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Mentha Suaveolens Flower Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Mentha Suaveolens Flower Oil do in cosmetic products?
Mentha Suaveolens Flower Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial.
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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: 07/02/2018