C28-36 Olefin
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
C28-36 Olefin is a mixture of linear alpha olefins with 28 to 36 carbons in the alkyl chain
What does it do?
C28-36 Olefin 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
C28-36 Olefin 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 C28-36 Olefin?
C28-36 Olefin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. C28-36 Olefin is a mixture of linear alpha olefins with 28 to 36 carbons in the alkyl chain
Is C28-36 Olefin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. C28-36 Olefin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does C28-36 Olefin do in cosmetic products?
C28-36 Olefin 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: 15/10/2010