Mentha piperita (Peppermint) leaf

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AKA: Peppermint Leaf
Plant-Derived
Not Clean
Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf is a cosmetic ingredient used as refreshing. Rated moderate hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Effective at 37.75%
Family
Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Perennial
Climate
Temperate
CAS #
84082-70-2
Form
Powder
Functions
Refreshing
Refreshes Skin
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Cools and invigorates
Traditional Use
Peppermint leaves were historically used in Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicine as a cooling, anti-inflammatory agent for skin conditions. Used fresh or dried in traditional skincare preparations and herbal remedies across multiple cultures.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Phototoxicity Concern
Concentration Guide
0.5%
75.0%
0%100%
Reported use
CIR reported use: .0001-5 | .1-3 | .000075-0.5
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Sensitivity
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR