C14-22 Alcohols
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
C14-22 Alcohols is a mixture of synthetic fatty alcohols with 14 to 22 carbons in the alkyl chain
What does it do?
C14-22 Alcohols is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
-
Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
EU regulatory status
C14-22 Alcohols 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 C14-22 Alcohols?
C14-22 Alcohols is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. C14-22 Alcohols is a mixture of synthetic fatty alcohols with 14 to 22 carbons in the alkyl chain
Is C14-22 Alcohols allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. C14-22 Alcohols is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does C14-22 Alcohols do in cosmetic products?
C14-22 Alcohols is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising.
Related ingredients
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010