Betaine Salicylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, keratolytic in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Betaine Salycilate is the product formed by the reaction of Betaine with Salycilic Acid
What does it do?
Betaine Salicylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Keratolytic
softens and dissolves the outermost layer of skin keratin, used in exfoliants and acne treatments
EU regulatory status
Betaine Salicylate 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 Betaine Salicylate?
Betaine Salicylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Betaine Salycilate is the product formed by the reaction of Betaine with Salycilic Acid
Is Betaine Salicylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Betaine Salicylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Betaine Salicylate do in cosmetic products?
Betaine Salicylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, keratolytic.
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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