Allantoin Glycyrrhetinic Acid
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin protecting, soothing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Olean-12-en-29-oic acid, 3-hydroxy-11-oxo-, (3.beta., 20.beta.)-, compound with (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolydinyl)urea (1:1)
What does it do?
Allantoin Glycyrrhetinic Acid 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
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Soothing
helps calm irritated or sensitive skin
EU regulatory status
Allantoin Glycyrrhetinic Acid 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 Allantoin Glycyrrhetinic Acid?
Allantoin Glycyrrhetinic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Olean-12-en-29-oic acid, 3-hydroxy-11-oxo-, (3.beta., 20.beta.)-, compound with (2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolydinyl)urea (1:1)
Is Allantoin Glycyrrhetinic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Allantoin Glycyrrhetinic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Allantoin Glycyrrhetinic Acid do in cosmetic products?
Allantoin Glycyrrhetinic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin protecting, soothing.
What is the CAS number of Allantoin Glycyrrhetinic Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Allantoin Glycyrrhetinic Acid is 4572-09-2.
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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