Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate
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?
Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate is the ester of 2-ethylhexanol and Polyhydroxystearic Acid
What does it do?
Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate 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
Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate 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 Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate?
Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate is the ester of 2-ethylhexanol and Polyhydroxystearic Acid
Is Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate do in cosmetic products?
Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethylhexyl Polyhydroxystearate is 1423155-00-3.
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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: 15/06/2018