Behenyl Cannabis Seedate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, slip modifier in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Behenyl Cannabis Seedate is the ester of Behenyl Alcohol and the fatty acids derived from Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil.
What does it do?
Behenyl Cannabis Seedate 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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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Slip modifier
alters how a product spreads and feels on skin — typically making it glide more smoothly
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Surface modifier
alters the surface properties of solid particles (e.g. pigments) so they disperse better in the formulation
EU regulatory status
Behenyl Cannabis Seedate 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 Behenyl Cannabis Seedate?
Behenyl Cannabis Seedate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Behenyl Cannabis Seedate is the ester of Behenyl Alcohol and the fatty acids derived from Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil.
Is Behenyl Cannabis Seedate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Behenyl Cannabis Seedate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Behenyl Cannabis Seedate do in cosmetic products?
Behenyl Cannabis Seedate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, slip modifier, surface modifier.
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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: 07/07/2020