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Diethylene Glycol/dimer Dilinoleic Acid Copolymer

A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, hair conditioning, light stabilizer in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Diethylene Glycol/Dimer Dilinoleic Acid Copolymer is a copolymer of Diethylene Glycol and dimer Dilinoleic Acid

What does it do?

Diethylene Glycol/dimer Dilinoleic Acid Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Light stabilizer

    protects a cosmetic formulation from degradation by UV light, extending its shelf life

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Diethylene Glycol/dimer Dilinoleic Acid Copolymer 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/dimer Dilinoleic Acid Copolymer?

Diethylene Glycol/dimer Dilinoleic Acid Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Diethylene Glycol/Dimer Dilinoleic Acid Copolymer is a copolymer of Diethylene Glycol and dimer Dilinoleic Acid

Is Diethylene Glycol/dimer Dilinoleic Acid Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Diethylene Glycol/dimer Dilinoleic Acid Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Diethylene Glycol/dimer Dilinoleic Acid Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

Diethylene Glycol/dimer Dilinoleic Acid Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, hair conditioning, light stabilizer, skin conditioning.

What is the CAS number of Diethylene Glycol/dimer Dilinoleic Acid Copolymer?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Diethylene Glycol/dimer Dilinoleic Acid Copolymer is -.

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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: 23/11/2016