Glyceryl Oleate Citrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Glyceryl Oleate Citrate is the reaction product of glyceryl oleate and citric acid
What does it do?
Glyceryl Oleate Citrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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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 Oleate Citrate 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 Oleate Citrate?
Glyceryl Oleate Citrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Glyceryl Oleate Citrate is the reaction product of glyceryl oleate and citric acid
Is Glyceryl Oleate Citrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Glyceryl Oleate Citrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Glyceryl Oleate Citrate do in cosmetic products?
Glyceryl Oleate Citrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
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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