Cyclohydroxyprolyl Serine
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Pyrrolo[1,2-a]pyrazine-1,4-dione, hexahydro-7-hydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-, (3S,7R,8aS)-,(3S,7R,8aS)-Hexahydro-7-hydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)pyrrolo[1,2-a]pyrazine-1,4-dione
What does it do?
Cyclohydroxyprolyl Serine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
Cyclohydroxyprolyl Serine 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 Cyclohydroxyprolyl Serine?
Cyclohydroxyprolyl Serine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pyrrolo[1,2-a]pyrazine-1,4-dione, hexahydro-7-hydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)-, (3S,7R,8aS)-,(3S,7R,8aS)-Hexahydro-7-hydroxy-3-(hydroxymethyl)pyrrolo[1,2-a]pyrazine-1,4-dione
Is Cyclohydroxyprolyl Serine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cyclohydroxyprolyl Serine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cyclohydroxyprolyl Serine do in cosmetic products?
Cyclohydroxyprolyl Serine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Cyclohydroxyprolyl Serine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cyclohydroxyprolyl Serine is 211868-63-2.
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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