C16-26 Hydroxyalkanoyl Sphingadienes
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
C16-26 Hydroxyalkanoyl Sphingadienes is a synthetic N-acylated sphingolipid that conforms generally to the following formula, where n has a value between 12 and 22:
What does it do?
C16-26 Hydroxyalkanoyl Sphingadienes 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
C16-26 Hydroxyalkanoyl Sphingadienes 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 C16-26 Hydroxyalkanoyl Sphingadienes?
C16-26 Hydroxyalkanoyl Sphingadienes is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. C16-26 Hydroxyalkanoyl Sphingadienes is a synthetic N-acylated sphingolipid that conforms generally to the following formula, where n has a value between 12 and 22:
Is C16-26 Hydroxyalkanoyl Sphingadienes allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. C16-26 Hydroxyalkanoyl Sphingadienes is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does C16-26 Hydroxyalkanoyl Sphingadienes do in cosmetic products?
C16-26 Hydroxyalkanoyl Sphingadienes is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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: 25/04/2019