Mimosa Pudica Flower Water
A cosmetic ingredient used as flavouring, fragrance, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Mimosa Pudica Flower Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the flowers of the Mimosa, Mimosa pudica L., Fabaceae
What does it do?
Mimosa Pudica Flower Water is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Flavouring
adds taste to oral-care products like toothpaste and mouthwash
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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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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Mimosa Pudica Flower 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 Mimosa Pudica Flower Water?
Mimosa Pudica Flower Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Mimosa Pudica Flower Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the flowers of the Mimosa, Mimosa pudica L., Fabaceae
Is Mimosa Pudica Flower Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Mimosa Pudica Flower Water is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Mimosa Pudica Flower Water do in cosmetic products?
Mimosa Pudica Flower Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: flavouring, fragrance, perfuming, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Mimosa Pudica Flower Water?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Mimosa Pudica Flower Water is 92201-96-2.
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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