Cetyl Myristoleate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Cetyl Myristoleate is the ester of Cetyl Alcohol and myristoleic acid.
What does it do?
Cetyl Myristoleate 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
Cetyl Myristoleate 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 Cetyl Myristoleate?
Cetyl Myristoleate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cetyl Myristoleate is the ester of Cetyl Alcohol and myristoleic acid.
Is Cetyl Myristoleate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cetyl Myristoleate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cetyl Myristoleate do in cosmetic products?
Cetyl Myristoleate 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: 19/10/2012