Cocoglycerides
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Glycerides, coco
What does it do?
Cocoglycerides 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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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Cocoglycerides 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 Cocoglycerides?
Cocoglycerides is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Glycerides, coco
Is Cocoglycerides allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cocoglycerides is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cocoglycerides do in cosmetic products?
Cocoglycerides is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Cocoglycerides?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cocoglycerides is 92045-31-3.
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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