Lemon verbena
Lemon verbena
Aromatic extract derived from lemon verbena, a plant of South American origin. Used as a fragrance in cosmetic formulations.
PerfumingRestricted usePrecautions for sensitive groups
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Perfuming — Adds a scent to the product or masks the odour of raw materials.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé sous conditions |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | Cosmetic allergen subject to labelling (Annex III) |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
| European Commission — Annex III (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:23 GMT | Permitted subject to restrictions (Annex III) — max 0.2 % — The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products. (For use as Verbena essential oils (Lippia citriodora Kunth.) and derivatives, see Annex II, No 450) |
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Precautions
Who it is not recommended for
Safe to use during pregnancy?
Not recommended
En l’absence de données suffisantes, l’HMPC déconseille l’usage pendant la grossesse. À confirmer par le pharmacien.
Safe to use while breastfeeding?
Not recommended
En l’absence de données suffisantes, l’HMPC déconseille l’usage pendant l’allaitement. À confirmer par le pharmacien.
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