Betulin
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Lup-20(29)-ene-3,28-diol, (3β)-
What does it do?
Betulin 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
EU regulatory status
Betulin 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 Betulin?
Betulin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lup-20(29)-ene-3,28-diol, (3β)-
Is Betulin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Betulin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Betulin do in cosmetic products?
Betulin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Betulin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Betulin is 473-98-3.
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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