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Lotus Extract (Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract)

Sacred lotus flower extract

Safety Notes

Rich in quercetin kaempferol and nuciferine; antioxidant anti-inflammatory; traditional use in Ayurveda; soothing; well-tolerated; premium Indian heritage ingredient

Function & Common Use

Function

Active (antioxidant / soothing)

Category

Active Ingredient

Common In

Natural luxury skincare spiritual/wellness beauty Indian heritage

Origin

Vegetable (lotus flowers)

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 Lotus Extract (Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract) safe to use in skincare?

Lotus Extract (Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract) has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Rich in quercetin kaempferol and nuciferine; antioxidant anti-inflammatory; traditional use in Ayurveda; soothing; well-tolerated; premium Indian heritage ingredient

Is Lotus Extract (Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract) allowed in India?

Lotus Extract (Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Lotus Extract (Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract) used for in cosmetics?

Lotus Extract (Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract) functions as: Active (antioxidant / soothing). It is commonly found in: Natural luxury skincare spiritual/wellness beauty Indian heritage.

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

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