Hexadecenyl Stearylsuccinamide
A cosmetic ingredient used as bleaching, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Stearamido Hexadecenylsuccinate
What does it do?
Hexadecenyl Stearylsuccinamide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Bleaching
lightens hair or skin tone by chemically reducing pigment
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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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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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Hexadecenyl Stearylsuccinamide 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 Hexadecenyl Stearylsuccinamide?
Hexadecenyl Stearylsuccinamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Stearamido Hexadecenylsuccinate
Is Hexadecenyl Stearylsuccinamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hexadecenyl Stearylsuccinamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hexadecenyl Stearylsuccinamide do in cosmetic products?
Hexadecenyl Stearylsuccinamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bleaching, humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting.
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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: 26/04/2018