Castor Seed Oil Aminopropanediol Amides/esters
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Castor Seed Oil Aminopropanediol Amides/Esters is the complex mixture of esters and amides obtained by the reaction of Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil and Aminopropanediol, Euphorbiaceae.
What does it do?
Castor Seed Oil Aminopropanediol Amides/esters is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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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
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Castor Seed Oil Aminopropanediol Amides/esters 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 Castor Seed Oil Aminopropanediol Amides/esters?
Castor Seed Oil Aminopropanediol Amides/esters is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Castor Seed Oil Aminopropanediol Amides/Esters is the complex mixture of esters and amides obtained by the reaction of Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil and Aminopropanediol, Euphorbiaceae.
Is Castor Seed Oil Aminopropanediol Amides/esters allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Castor Seed Oil Aminopropanediol Amides/esters is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Castor Seed Oil Aminopropanediol Amides/esters do in cosmetic products?
Castor Seed Oil Aminopropanediol Amides/esters is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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: 30/01/2018