Allowed in EU

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:

  • Moisturising

    increases the water content of skin or hair, leaving it softer and more pliable

  • 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