INCI name

MELILOTUS OFFICINALIS EXTRACT

Sweet clover extract

An extract of sweet clover used as an astringent, fragrance and soothing ingredient.

What it is

Melilotus officinalis extract is an extract of the aerial parts of yellow sweet clover, Melilotus officinalis, of the legume family (Fabaceae). CosIng lists it as an astringent, fragrance and soothing ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in eye creams, body care products and other skin care products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not reveal the extraction method or what the extract contains.

Functions

Astringent
Contracting and/or tightening the skin.
Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
Soothing
Lightening discomfort of the skin or of the scalp.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (11)

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