Explore the recorded roles of MENAQUINONE-7 and what they can mean in a cosmetic formula.
Source-function explanation
The panels below interpret this ingredient’s recorded functions. They describe possible contributions, not proven clinical results. Any individually reviewed study is shown separately.
01 / COSMETIC CONTEXT
For skin
Anti-sebumA sebum-related cosmetic role is recorded. Acne treatment or a scalp-condition benefit requires separate evidence.
AstringentProduces a tightening sensation. This does not establish a lasting change to pore size.
Skin ProtectingA protective cosmetic role is recorded. The particular external influence and measured effect need separate evidence.
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Uv FilterFilters particular UV wavelengths in an appropriately formulated and authorised product. Only finished-product tests establish SPF or UVA protection.
02 / COSMETIC CONTEXT
For hair
BleachingCan lighten hair colour in the relevant formulated system; bleaching is not a conditioning benefit.
03 / FORMULATION ROLE
In cosmetics
Anti-sebumHelps manage the appearance or feel of excess surface oil in a cosmetic context.
AstringentProduces a tightening or contracting sensation on a surface. This sensory function is not a treatment claim.
BleachingHelps lighten the colour of a material such as hair. Product type and use conditions need separate assessment.
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Skin ProtectingHelps protect skin from external influences within a cosmetic context. This does not establish an individual clinical outcome.
Uv FilterUsed to filter particular ultraviolet wavelengths. Ingredient presence does not establish a product’s SPF, UVA protection or water resistance.
Possible formulation contexts
Examples associated with the recorded function classes; these are not verified product listings or instructions to apply the raw ingredient.
Sebum-management formulas
Astringent formulas
Bleaching systems
Skin-protecting formulas
UV-protection formulas
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Ingredient form, concentration, pH, delivery system and contact time can change the result. A skin finding does not establish a hair benefit; a conditioning or fibre result does not establish hair growth.
Menaquinone-7 is the organic compound that conforms to the formula.
European Commission · source text, with formatting normalised · CC BY 4.0
Source ingredient name
MENAQUINONE-7
CAS identifier(s)
2124-57-4
EC identifier(s)
Not recorded in this snapshot
Other source names / search aliases
No additional names recorded
CAS and EC identifiers are source references. A botanical extract, polymer or mixture may have more than one identifier; a name does not establish purity, supplier grade or sourcing.
Matched through one source CAS and a confirmed ingredient name or source alias. These facts describe the matched PubChem record; they do not describe particle form, supplier grade or finished-product performance.
03 / INSIDE THE FORMULA
What does it do?
Anti-sebum
Helps manage the appearance or feel of excess surface oil in a cosmetic context.
Astringent
Produces a tightening or contracting sensation on a surface. This sensory function is not a treatment claim.
Bleaching
Helps lighten the colour of a material such as hair. Product type and use conditions need separate assessment.
Skin Protecting
Helps protect skin from external influences within a cosmetic context. This does not establish an individual clinical outcome.
Uv Filter
Used to filter particular ultraviolet wavelengths. Ingredient presence does not establish a product’s SPF, UVA protection or water resistance.
Functions describe possible roles in a formulation. They do not establish the performance of every product containing this ingredient.
04 / READ THE LABEL
Match the complete name.
Look for the complete name MENAQUINONE-7. Similar words, derivatives and salts can refer to different ingredients.
A label usually does not tell you the supplier grade, extraction method or exact concentration of each ingredient. An individual ingredient cannot reveal the overall behaviour of a finished formula.
Expanded Beaut.in explanation in progress
This entry currently documents source identity and functions. Ingredient-specific efficacy studies, sensitisation context and India-specific restrictions still need an editorial review.
05 / EVIDENCE & REGULATORY CONTEXT
Keep the context in view.
India
Applicable Cosmetics Rules and standards need to be checked for the ingredient, product type and use. Ingredient-specific restrictions have not yet been mapped here.
European Union
CosIng records do not authorise use. Check the current Cosmetics Regulation and annexes for restrictions and conditions.
United States
FDA guidance has a US scope. Product classification, colour additives and other ingredient conditions require separate checks.
Individual experience
No personalised suitability or allergy assessment is provided. A source function is separate from human efficacy and finished-product testing.
Independent clinical evidence synthesis
Not yet completed
Ingredient safety score
Not assigned
Concentration / exposure limits
Not inferred from the ingredient name
06 / FOLLOW THE REFERENCE
Sources & record history
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2D structure · PubChem CID 5287554 · 2D structure depiction using the PubChem isomeric SMILES record. This does not show particle size, crystal form, supplier grade or raw-material appearance.
Structure rendered for Beaut.in from PubChem data.
Beaut.in explains ingredient information in original language. Source inclusion does not constitute endorsement. Source descriptions and annex-table fields are reproduced with credit to the European Union; formatting is normalised. The current record is a dated snapshot, not a live regulatory monitor. Reuse terms: European Commission · CC BY 4.0 ↗.
