Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Isooctadecanoic acid, esters with hydrogenated castor oil
What does it do?
Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
-
Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
-
Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate 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 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate?
Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Isooctadecanoic acid, esters with hydrogenated castor oil
Is Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate do in cosmetic products?
Hydrogenated Castor Oil Isostearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, viscosity controlling.
Related ingredients
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010