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Medium Concern

Neem Oil (Azadirachta indica)

Safety Flags
Safety Notes

Shoppers should know that Neem Oil is a traditional Ayurvedic ingredient valued for its multi-functional benefits, but its strong, earthy scent and potential for irritation in high concentrations mean it's often best used in diluted or formulated products.

Function & Common Use

Function

Skin Conditioning Agent

Category

Skin Conditioning Agent

Common In

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Origin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Neem Oil (Azadirachta indica) safe to use in skincare?

Neem Oil (Azadirachta indica) has a Medium concern rating. Shoppers should know that Neem Oil is a traditional Ayurvedic ingredient valued for its multi-functional benefits, but its strong, earthy scent and potential for irritation in high concentrations mean it's often best used in diluted or formulated products.

Is Neem Oil (Azadirachta indica) allowed in India?

Neem Oil (Azadirachta indica) is currently classified as "not specified" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Neem Oil (Azadirachta indica) used for in cosmetics?

Neem Oil (Azadirachta indica) functions as: Skin Conditioning Agent. It is commonly found in: various cosmetic formulations.

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

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Not specified
EU
Not specified
US FDA
Not specified
Korea (MFDS)
Not specified

Identifiers

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