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Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract

Rosemary leaf extract; source of carnosic/rosmarinic acid

Safety Flags
Allergen: Botanical/fragrance sensitivity possible; patch test advised
Safety Notes

Carnosic- and rosmarinic-acid-rich antioxidant; trending for scalp health and hair-growth support, also used to protect oils from oxidation. Contains fragrance components; patch test for sensitive skin

Function & Common Use

Function

Antioxidant, purifying, scalp/hair conditioning

Category

Botanical Extract

Common In

Scalp/hair growth serums, antioxidant skincare, purifying toners, natural preservation boosters

Origin

Plant derived

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

Not verified in source checked

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit specified

US FDA (21 CFR)

No limit established

Korea (MFDS)

Not verified in source checked

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified for topical cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract safe to use in skincare?

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Carnosic- and rosmarinic-acid-rich antioxidant; trending for scalp health and hair-growth support, also used to protect oils from oxidation. Contains fragrance components; patch test for sensitive skin

Is Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract allowed in India?

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract is currently classified as "Not specifically restricted in source checked; traditional cosmetic/Ayurvedic botanical with long history of use; no known CDSCO restriction" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is Not verified in source checked.

What is Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract used for in cosmetics?

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract functions as: Antioxidant, purifying, scalp/hair conditioning. It is commonly found in: Scalp/hair growth serums, antioxidant skincare, purifying toners, natural preservation boosters.

Can Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract cause an allergic reaction?

Yes. Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract has an allergen flag (Botanical/fragrance sensitivity possible; patch test advised). If you have sensitive skin or known fragrance/contact allergies, patch-test products containing this ingredient before full use.

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

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Not specifically restricted in source checked; traditional cosmetic/Ayurvedic botanical with long history of use; no known CDSCO restriction
EU
Permitted - listed in EU CosIng; not in Annex II or Annex III
US FDA
Permitted for cosmetic use; no restriction identified
Korea (MFDS)
Not specifically restricted in source checked; general cosmetic ingredient under MFDS negative list system
Australia (TGA)
Permitted as cosmetic ingredient under AICIS; no specific restriction found
Canada (NHPID)
Not verified in source checked

EU Annex: None

Identifiers

CAS84604-14-8
EC283-291-9

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