Glycol Distearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as opacifying, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethylene distearate
What does it do?
Glycol Distearate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
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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
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Glycol Distearate 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 Glycol Distearate?
Glycol Distearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethylene distearate
Is Glycol Distearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Glycol Distearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Glycol Distearate do in cosmetic products?
Glycol Distearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: opacifying, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Glycol Distearate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Glycol Distearate is 627-83-8.
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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