MELATONIN

MELATONIN

INCI MELATONINEC number 200-797-7Role Antioxidant

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

AuthorityStatus
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

Statistics

In Lou’s database

12
products listed
Most frequent categoriesSleep · Cleansers & makeup removers · Sleep & stress
Most frequent brandsForte 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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