Cholesteryl Macadamiate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Fatty acids, macadamia ternifolia, cholesteryl esters
What does it do?
Cholesteryl Macadamiate 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
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Cholesteryl Macadamiate 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 Cholesteryl Macadamiate?
Cholesteryl Macadamiate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Fatty acids, macadamia ternifolia, cholesteryl esters
Is Cholesteryl Macadamiate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cholesteryl Macadamiate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cholesteryl Macadamiate do in cosmetic products?
Cholesteryl Macadamiate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling.
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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