Dihydroxypropyl Arginine
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What does it do?
Dihydroxypropyl Arginine 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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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
EU regulatory status
Dihydroxypropyl Arginine 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 Dihydroxypropyl Arginine?
Dihydroxypropyl Arginine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.
Is Dihydroxypropyl Arginine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dihydroxypropyl Arginine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dihydroxypropyl Arginine do in cosmetic products?
Dihydroxypropyl Arginine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning.
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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: 04/08/2016