Gerotine
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
N,N'-bis(3-aminopropyl)-1,4-butanediamine; Spermine; Gerontine
What does it do?
Gerotine 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
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Gerotine is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 411), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Gerotine?
Gerotine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. N,N'-bis(3-aminopropyl)-1,4-butanediamine; Spermine; Gerontine
Is Gerotine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Gerotine is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Gerotine do in cosmetic products?
Gerotine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Gerotine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Gerotine is 71-44-3.
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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: 15/11/2016