Argan Oil Isostearyl Esters
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Argan Oil Isostearyl Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Isostearyl Alcohol and Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil.
What does it do?
Argan Oil Isostearyl Esters is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
Argan Oil Isostearyl Esters 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 Argan Oil Isostearyl Esters?
Argan Oil Isostearyl Esters is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Argan Oil Isostearyl Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Isostearyl Alcohol and Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil.
Is Argan Oil Isostearyl Esters allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Argan Oil Isostearyl Esters is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Argan Oil Isostearyl Esters do in cosmetic products?
Argan Oil Isostearyl Esters is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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: 23/07/2014