Dimethyl Lauramine Isostearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Isooctadecanoic acid, compound with N,N-dimethyldodecylamine (1:1)
What does it do?
Dimethyl Lauramine Isostearate 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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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
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Dimethyl Lauramine Isostearate is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 62). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dimethyl Lauramine Isostearate?
Dimethyl Lauramine Isostearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Isooctadecanoic acid, compound with N,N-dimethyldodecylamine (1:1)
Is Dimethyl Lauramine Isostearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Dimethyl Lauramine Isostearate is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dimethyl Lauramine Isostearate do in cosmetic products?
Dimethyl Lauramine Isostearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Dimethyl Lauramine Isostearate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dimethyl Lauramine Isostearate is 70729-87-2.
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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