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TAGETES MINUTA FLOWER OIL.

Avoid CAS 91770-75-1 / 8016-84-0 / FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING

Tagetes Minuta Flower Oil is an essential oil recognized for its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties. Historically, it has been utilized for various skin ailments due to its healing potential. However, its significant phototoxicity and high risk of irritation severely limit its safe application in cosmetic formulations.

Summary

masking perfuming skin conditioning antimicrobial antifungal antiseptic anti-inflammatory antioxidant

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions primarily as an antimicrobial agent, exhibiting activity against bacteria, fungi, viruses, protozoa, and helminths, thereby acting as an antiseptic and antifungal. It also demonstrates anti-inflammatory and antioxidant capabilities. Potential benefits include supporting skin nourishment, cellular rejuvenation, and localized tissue healing, aiding in the recovery of inflammatory skin conditions and minor injuries.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Prolonged exposure to air may cause the essential oil to thicken or form a gel-like consistency.

Conflicts

  • Sunlight exposure (due to severe phototoxicity concerns)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
0.01%
Sensitization risk High

The Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) strongly advises against the use of Tagetes minuta essential oils in cosmetic products due to significant phototoxicity, noting that no safe limit has been established. While previous EU guidelines permitted up to 0.05% in leave-on products exposed to sunlight, current recommendations suggest a maximum dilution of 0.01% for dermal applications to mitigate phototoxic reactions. This ingredient is classified as a skin irritant and has the potential to cause allergic skin reactions.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy High
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

Despite its beneficial antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties, Tagetes Minuta Flower Oil's severe phototoxicity, high irritancy, and sensitization risk make it unsuitable for safe cosmetic application.

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