Almond/borage/linseed/olive Acids/glycerides
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Almond/Borage/Linseed/Olive Acids/Glycerides is a mixture of the mono-, di-, and triglycerides and the fatty acids derived from Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil and Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil.
What does it do?
Almond/borage/linseed/olive Acids/glycerides is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Almond/borage/linseed/olive Acids/glycerides 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 Almond/borage/linseed/olive Acids/glycerides?
Almond/borage/linseed/olive Acids/glycerides is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Almond/Borage/Linseed/Olive Acids/Glycerides is a mixture of the mono-, di-, and triglycerides and the fatty acids derived from Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil and Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil.
Is Almond/borage/linseed/olive Acids/glycerides allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Almond/borage/linseed/olive Acids/glycerides is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Almond/borage/linseed/olive Acids/glycerides do in cosmetic products?
Almond/borage/linseed/olive Acids/glycerides is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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: 09/01/2018