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Fenugreek Extract (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum Seed Extract)

Fenugreek seed extract / Methi extract

Safety Notes

Diosgenin trigonelline and mucilage; traditional Ayurvedic use for hair growth; conditioner; scalp soothing; India-origin crop; legume family, legume allergy cross-reactivity possible but low topical risk

Function & Common Use

Function

Active (hair conditioning / scalp)

Category

Active Ingredient

Common In

Hair care scalp treatments Indian heritage haircare

Origin

Vegetable (fenugreek seeds)

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 Fenugreek Extract (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum Seed Extract) safe to use in skincare?

Fenugreek Extract (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum Seed Extract) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Diosgenin trigonelline and mucilage; traditional Ayurvedic use for hair growth; conditioner; scalp soothing; India-origin crop; legume family, legume allergy cross-reactivity possible but low topical risk

Is Fenugreek Extract (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum Seed Extract) allowed in India?

Fenugreek Extract (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum Seed Extract) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Fenugreek Extract (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum Seed Extract) used for in cosmetics?

Fenugreek Extract (Trigonella Foenum-Graecum Seed Extract) functions as: Active (hair conditioning / scalp). It is commonly found in: Hair care scalp treatments Indian heritage haircare.

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

CAS84625-40-1
EC283-415-8

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