Diisostearyl Glutarate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Pentanedioic acid, bis(16-methylheptadecyl) ester
What does it do?
Diisostearyl Glutarate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
Diisostearyl Glutarate 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 Diisostearyl Glutarate?
Diisostearyl Glutarate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Pentanedioic acid, bis(16-methylheptadecyl) ester
Is Diisostearyl Glutarate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Diisostearyl Glutarate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Diisostearyl Glutarate do in cosmetic products?
Diisostearyl Glutarate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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