Ethoxydiglycol Isostearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethanol 16-methylheptadecanoate
What does it do?
Ethoxydiglycol Isostearate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Ethoxydiglycol Isostearate 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 Ethoxydiglycol Isostearate?
Ethoxydiglycol Isostearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy)ethanol 16-methylheptadecanoate
Is Ethoxydiglycol Isostearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethoxydiglycol Isostearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethoxydiglycol Isostearate do in cosmetic products?
Ethoxydiglycol Isostearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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