Diethylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate/diisononanoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, plasticiser, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Oxybis(2-hydroxyethyl), diesters with 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoic acid and 2-ethylhexanoic acid
What does it do?
Diethylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate/diisononanoate 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
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Plasticiser
adds flexibility to film-forming polymers, e.g. in nail polish or mascara
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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
Diethylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate/diisononanoate 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 Diethylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate/diisononanoate?
Diethylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate/diisononanoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oxybis(2-hydroxyethyl), diesters with 3,5,5-trimethylhexanoic acid and 2-ethylhexanoic acid
Is Diethylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate/diisononanoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Diethylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate/diisononanoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Diethylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate/diisononanoate do in cosmetic products?
Diethylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate/diisononanoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, plasticiser, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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