Dihydroxyethylamino Hydroxypropyl Oleate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
9-Octadecenoic acid, 3-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-2-hydroxypropyl ester
What does it do?
Dihydroxyethylamino Hydroxypropyl Oleate 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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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
Dihydroxyethylamino Hydroxypropyl 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 Dihydroxyethylamino Hydroxypropyl Oleate?
Dihydroxyethylamino Hydroxypropyl Oleate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 9-Octadecenoic acid, 3-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-2-hydroxypropyl ester
Is Dihydroxyethylamino Hydroxypropyl Oleate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dihydroxyethylamino Hydroxypropyl Oleate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dihydroxyethylamino Hydroxypropyl Oleate do in cosmetic products?
Dihydroxyethylamino Hydroxypropyl Oleate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, 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