Is urtica dioica safe during pregnancy?
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Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
urtica dioica
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Frequently asked questions
- Is urtica dioica safe during pregnancy?
- No harmonised CLP reproductive classification found on ECHA for Urtica dioica (CAS 84012-40-8) and no SCCS or CIR safety assessment specific to reproductive toxicity for topical cosmetic use was identified; peer‑reviewed literature and EMA herbal assessments report limited toxicity and do not demonstrate teratogenicity for topical/external uses. Therefore default hazard/mechanism/exposure scores are 0. (See ECHA substance record and EMA assessment summary.)
- Is urtica dioica safe while breastfeeding?
- No authoritative cosmetic‑safety assessments (CIR/SCCS/harmonised CLP) indicate reproductive or lactation risk from topical Urtica dioica. PubMed/clinical literature report occasional systemic uses/oral traditional uses but do not provide evidence of breast‑milk transfer or adverse effects from cosmetic topical use, so scores remain 0.
- Is urtica dioica safe for baby skin?
- Hazard and mechanism remain 0 because no infant‑specific reproductive or developmental toxicity data for topical Urtica dioica were found; exposure (e) is increased to 1 for baby skin because infant skin has a higher surface‑area‑to‑weight ratio and less mature barrier, and Urtica dioica extracts are not completely non‑absorbable. No studies showing high dermal absorption for cosmetic formulations were identified.
- How does VeriMom score urtica dioica?
- VeriMom scores urtica dioica at 100/100 (no known risks) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to urtica dioica?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to urtica dioica based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.