Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tocopherylsuccinoylamido Hydroxypropane
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Poly(oxy-2-methylbutylenepoly(3-(2-aminoethyl)aminopropyl methyl, dimethyl)silyleneoxy)dimethylsilylene-2-methylbutylenepoly(oxyethylene)) (14 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tocopherylsuccinoylamido Hydroxypropane is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tocopherylsuccinoylamido Hydroxypropane 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 Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tocopherylsuccinoylamido Hydroxypropane?
Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tocopherylsuccinoylamido Hydroxypropane is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-2-methylbutylenepoly(3-(2-aminoethyl)aminopropyl methyl, dimethyl)silyleneoxy)dimethylsilylene-2-methylbutylenepoly(oxyethylene)) (14 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tocopherylsuccinoylamido Hydroxypropane allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tocopherylsuccinoylamido Hydroxypropane is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tocopherylsuccinoylamido Hydroxypropane do in cosmetic products?
Bis-Hydroxyethyl Tocopherylsuccinoylamido Hydroxypropane is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning.
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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