Digalactosyl Glyceryl Linoleate/palmitate/oleate
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,2,3-Propanetriol, 1,2-diester with hexadecanoic acid, 9(Z)-octadecenoic acid and 9,12(Z,Z)-octadecadienoic acid, D-galactopyranosyl-(1,6)-D-galactopyranoside
What does it do?
Digalactosyl Glyceryl Linoleate/palmitate/oleate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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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
Digalactosyl Glyceryl Linoleate/palmitate/oleate 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 Digalactosyl Glyceryl Linoleate/palmitate/oleate?
Digalactosyl Glyceryl Linoleate/palmitate/oleate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,2,3-Propanetriol, 1,2-diester with hexadecanoic acid, 9(Z)-octadecenoic acid and 9,12(Z,Z)-octadecadienoic acid, D-galactopyranosyl-(1,6)-D-galactopyranoside
Is Digalactosyl Glyceryl Linoleate/palmitate/oleate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Digalactosyl Glyceryl Linoleate/palmitate/oleate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Digalactosyl Glyceryl Linoleate/palmitate/oleate do in cosmetic products?
Digalactosyl Glyceryl Linoleate/palmitate/oleate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, surfactant - emulsifying.
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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