Glyoxyloyl Keratin Amino Acids
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, hair waving or straightening in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Oxoacetamide Amino Acids
What does it do?
Glyoxyloyl Keratin Amino Acids is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Hair waving or straightening
permanently changes the shape of hair through chemical reduction and re-oxidation of the hair's disulfide bonds
EU regulatory status
Glyoxyloyl Keratin Amino Acids 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 Glyoxyloyl Keratin Amino Acids?
Glyoxyloyl Keratin Amino Acids is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oxoacetamide Amino Acids
Is Glyoxyloyl Keratin Amino Acids allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Glyoxyloyl Keratin Amino Acids is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Glyoxyloyl Keratin Amino Acids do in cosmetic products?
Glyoxyloyl Keratin Amino Acids is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, hair waving or straightening.
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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: 10/07/2012