Acetylated Lanolin
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin conditioning - occlusive in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Acetylated Lanolin is the acetyl ester of Lanolin.
What does it do?
Acetylated Lanolin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Skin conditioning - occlusive
forms an occlusive layer on the skin to slow water loss, complementing humectants
EU regulatory status
Acetylated Lanolin 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 Acetylated Lanolin?
Acetylated Lanolin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acetylated Lanolin is the acetyl ester of Lanolin.
Is Acetylated Lanolin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acetylated Lanolin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acetylated Lanolin do in cosmetic products?
Acetylated Lanolin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin conditioning - occlusive.
What is the CAS number of Acetylated Lanolin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Acetylated Lanolin is 61788-48-5.
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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: 03/08/2020