Glycol Hydroxystearate
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?
2-hydroxyethyl hydroxyoctadecanoate
What does it do?
Glycol Hydroxystearate 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
EU regulatory status
Glycol Hydroxystearate 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 Hydroxystearate?
Glycol Hydroxystearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-hydroxyethyl hydroxyoctadecanoate
Is Glycol Hydroxystearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Glycol Hydroxystearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Glycol Hydroxystearate do in cosmetic products?
Glycol Hydroxystearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: opacifying, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Glycol Hydroxystearate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Glycol Hydroxystearate is 33907-46-9.
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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