Glyceryl Glycyrrhetinate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Olean-12-en-29-oic acid, 3-hydroxy-11-oxo-, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, (3-beta)-
What does it do?
Glyceryl Glycyrrhetinate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Glyceryl Glycyrrhetinate 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 Glyceryl Glycyrrhetinate?
Glyceryl Glycyrrhetinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Olean-12-en-29-oic acid, 3-hydroxy-11-oxo-, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, (3-beta)-
Is Glyceryl Glycyrrhetinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Glyceryl Glycyrrhetinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Glyceryl Glycyrrhetinate do in cosmetic products?
Glyceryl Glycyrrhetinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Glyceryl Glycyrrhetinate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Glyceryl Glycyrrhetinate is 108916-85-4.
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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