Aluminum Stearoyl Glutamate
A cosmetic ingredient used as moisturising, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Aluminium 2-(1-oxooctadecylamino)pentanedioate (1:3 salt)
What does it do?
Aluminum Stearoyl Glutamate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Moisturising
increases the water content of skin or hair, leaving it softer and more pliable
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Aluminum Stearoyl Glutamate 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 Aluminum Stearoyl Glutamate?
Aluminum Stearoyl Glutamate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Aluminium 2-(1-oxooctadecylamino)pentanedioate (1:3 salt)
Is Aluminum Stearoyl Glutamate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Aluminum Stearoyl Glutamate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Aluminum Stearoyl Glutamate do in cosmetic products?
Aluminum Stearoyl Glutamate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: moisturising, skin conditioning.
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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