Ethyl Jojobate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethyl Jojobata is the ester formed by the reaction of alcohol with the acids derived from Simmondsia Chinensis Oil
What does it do?
Ethyl Jojobate 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
EU regulatory status
Ethyl Jojobate 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 Ethyl Jojobate?
Ethyl Jojobate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethyl Jojobata is the ester formed by the reaction of alcohol with the acids derived from Simmondsia Chinensis Oil
Is Ethyl Jojobate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethyl Jojobate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethyl Jojobate do in cosmetic products?
Ethyl Jojobate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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: 15/10/2010