Hexyl Alcohol
A cosmetic ingredient used as antifoaming, perfuming, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hexan-1-ol
What does it do?
Hexyl Alcohol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antifoaming
reduces or prevents foam formation during processing or use
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
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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 - hydrotrope
surfactant that increases the solubility of poorly-soluble substances in water-based formulations
EU regulatory status
Hexyl Alcohol 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 Hexyl Alcohol?
Hexyl Alcohol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hexan-1-ol
Is Hexyl Alcohol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hexyl Alcohol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hexyl Alcohol do in cosmetic products?
Hexyl Alcohol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antifoaming, perfuming, solvent, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - hydrotrope.
What is the CAS number of Hexyl Alcohol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hexyl Alcohol is 111-27-3.
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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