Description
Mentha Viridis Leaf Oil is a volatile essential oil obtained from the dried aerial parts and leaves of spearmint, Mentha viridis L., of the Labiatae family. In the cosmetic framework, it is assigned the technical functions of astringent agent, fragrance component and skin conditioner.
Under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products, this ingredient appears in Annex III, reference 362, corresponding to the list of substances that cosmetic products must not contain except within the restrictions laid down. No specific maximum concentration of use is set for this entry. The applicable condition, quoted literally, states that "The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products". No additional mandatory labelling warnings are provided beyond the indicated declaration. The substance is not classified as CMR according to the regulatory information available in this entry, and the type of cosmetic product in which it may be incorporated is not restricted.
The use of this ingredient is conditioned by the general ingredient declaration obligations provided for in the applicable legislation. The information presented is for technical reference only and does not constitute a recommendation for use or an efficacy claim.