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Brahmi Extract (Bacopa Monnieri Herb Extract)

Brahmi / Bacopa monnieri extract

Safety Notes

Bacosides; traditionally used for scalp and hair in Ayurveda; anti-inflammatory adaptogenic; antioxidant; primarily oral Ayurvedic use but topical interest growing; well-tolerated

Function & Common Use

Function

Active (scalp / anti-inflammatory)

Category

Active Ingredient

Common In

Scalp care Ayurvedic hair products stress-care skincare

Origin

Vegetable (brahmi herb)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brahmi Extract (Bacopa Monnieri Herb Extract) safe to use in skincare?

Brahmi Extract (Bacopa Monnieri Herb Extract) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Bacosides; traditionally used for scalp and hair in Ayurveda; anti-inflammatory adaptogenic; antioxidant; primarily oral Ayurvedic use but topical interest growing; well-tolerated

Is Brahmi Extract (Bacopa Monnieri Herb Extract) allowed in India?

Brahmi Extract (Bacopa Monnieri Herb Extract) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Brahmi Extract (Bacopa Monnieri Herb Extract) used for in cosmetics?

Brahmi Extract (Bacopa Monnieri Herb Extract) functions as: Active (scalp / anti-inflammatory). It is commonly found in: Scalp care Ayurvedic hair products stress-care skincare.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CASN/A
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