MELATONIN
MELATONIN
Melatonin (INCI: Melatonin) is a molecule of synthetic or animal origin. It performs an antioxidant function in cosmetic formulations.
Antioxidant
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Antioxidant — Limits oxidation and helps preserve the formula over time.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé |
| 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) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
Regulatory
What the EFSA says
MELATONIN helps relieve the effects of jet lag ?
Authorised in the EU
Yes. Melatonin contributes to the alleviation of subjective feelings of jet lag
MELATONIN helps reduce the time taken to fall asleep ?
Authorised in the EU
Yes. Melatonin contributes to the reduction of time taken to fall asleep
Source: EFSA / Reg. (EU) 432/2012
No contraindication is specified to date for this ingredient.
Products
Products containing it
ArkopharmaArkorelax Sommeil Fort 8H 30 Comprimés Offre Spéciale
ArkopharmaArkorelax® Sommeil Fort. Bt 15 Cps
ChronodormChronoDorm Double Action Mélatonine 1.9 mg Valériane, 15 Comprimés
BayerEuphytose Nuit 1mg Spray, 20ml
Forte PharmaFortenuit 8H Endormissement Et Sommeil 30 Nuits, 30 Gummies
Mium LabGummies Sommeil Sans Sucre, 42 Gummies
Super DietNoctaphyt Libération Prolongée Sommeil, lot 2x30 Comprimés
HerbesanNoctaphyt Lp 8H Sommeil Libération Prolongée, 30 Comprimés
ChronodormMélatonine 1.9Mg, 30 Comprimés Sublinguaux
Forte PharmaMélatonine 1900 Flash Endormissement, 30 Comprimés
Forte PharmaFortenuit 8H Endormissement Et Sommeil 30 Nuits, 30 Comprimés Bi-Couches
InnodermHyalu Serum 2.3 Eau Micellaire H2O, 200ml
Statistics
In Lou’s database
12
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Sleep · Cleansers & makeup removers · Sleep & stress |
| Most frequent brands | Forte Pharma · Arkopharma · Chronodorm · Bayer · Herbesan |
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This information is reported factually and with attribution (authorities and publications cited). It does not constitute medical advice, for your situation, ask a pharmacist or a healthcare professional for advice.
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