Aluminum/magnesium Azelate Hydroxide
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Aluminum/Magnesium Azelate Hydroxide is the product obtained by the reaction of Azelaic Acid with magnesium chloride, and aluminum chloride, neutralized by sodium hydroxide.
What does it do?
Aluminum/magnesium Azelate Hydroxide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Aluminum/magnesium Azelate Hydroxide 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/magnesium Azelate Hydroxide?
Aluminum/magnesium Azelate Hydroxide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Aluminum/Magnesium Azelate Hydroxide is the product obtained by the reaction of Azelaic Acid with magnesium chloride, and aluminum chloride, neutralized by sodium hydroxide.
Is Aluminum/magnesium Azelate Hydroxide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Aluminum/magnesium Azelate Hydroxide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Aluminum/magnesium Azelate Hydroxide do in cosmetic products?
Aluminum/magnesium Azelate Hydroxide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling.
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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: 02/12/2014