Acetyl Carnosine
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
N-(N-acetyl-beta-alanyl)-L-histidine
What does it do?
Acetyl Carnosine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Acetyl Carnosine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Acetyl Carnosine?
Acetyl Carnosine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. N-(N-acetyl-beta-alanyl)-L-histidine
Is Acetyl Carnosine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acetyl Carnosine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acetyl Carnosine do in cosmetic products?
Acetyl Carnosine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Acetyl Carnosine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Acetyl Carnosine is 56353-15-2.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010