Aminophylline
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Aminophylline is the organic compound
What does it do?
Aminophylline is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Aminophylline 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 Aminophylline?
Aminophylline is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Aminophylline is the organic compound
Is Aminophylline allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Aminophylline is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Aminophylline do in cosmetic products?
Aminophylline is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing.
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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: 18/12/2012