Cetearyl Olivate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cetearyl Olivate is the ester of Cetearyl Alcohol and the fatty acids derived from olive oil
What does it do?
Cetearyl Olivate 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
EU regulatory status
Cetearyl Olivate 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 Cetearyl Olivate?
Cetearyl Olivate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cetearyl Olivate is the ester of Cetearyl Alcohol and the fatty acids derived from olive oil
Is Cetearyl Olivate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cetearyl Olivate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cetearyl Olivate do in cosmetic products?
Cetearyl Olivate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair 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