Malva sylvestris (Mallow) leaf powder

AKA: Common Mallow, Mallow Leaf Powder
Plant-Derived
Clean
Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Leaf Powder is a cosmetic ingredient. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Malvaceae (Mallow family)
Plant Part
Leaf
CAS #
84082-57-5
Form
Powder
Functions
Absorbent
Tightens Pores
Conditions Skin
Softens & Smooths
Smoothing
Reduces Inflammation
Wound Healing
Antioxidant Protection
Traditional Use
Powdered mallow leaf was used in traditional European skincare as a poultice and facial ingredient for its astringent and anti-inflammatory properties. Applied topically in folk medicine to treat eczema and minor skin irritations.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Soothing
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR