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Bis-Retinoyl Gerotine Bis-Hydroxysuccinimide

A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, antioxidant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Retinamide, N,N'-[1,4-butanediylbis(imino-3,1-propanediyl)]bis-, compd. with 1-hydroxy-2,5-pyrrolidinedione (1:2)

What does it do?

Bis-Retinoyl Gerotine Bis-Hydroxysuccinimide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Anti-sebum

    helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

EU regulatory status

Bis-Retinoyl Gerotine Bis-Hydroxysuccinimide 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-Retinoyl Gerotine Bis-Hydroxysuccinimide?

Bis-Retinoyl Gerotine Bis-Hydroxysuccinimide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Retinamide, N,N'-[1,4-butanediylbis(imino-3,1-propanediyl)]bis-, compd. with 1-hydroxy-2,5-pyrrolidinedione (1:2)

Is Bis-Retinoyl Gerotine Bis-Hydroxysuccinimide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Bis-Retinoyl Gerotine Bis-Hydroxysuccinimide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Bis-Retinoyl Gerotine Bis-Hydroxysuccinimide do in cosmetic products?

Bis-Retinoyl Gerotine Bis-Hydroxysuccinimide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, antioxidant.

What is the CAS number of Bis-Retinoyl Gerotine Bis-Hydroxysuccinimide?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Bis-Retinoyl Gerotine Bis-Hydroxysuccinimide is 666854-47-3.

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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: 02/05/2013