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Hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleic Acid

A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent, binding, film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleic Acid is the end-product of the controlled hydrogenation of Dilinoleic Acid.

What does it do?

Hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleic Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Absorbent

    takes up water-based or oil-based substances

  • Binding

    holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Viscosity controlling

    adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation

EU regulatory status

Hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleic Acid 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 Dimer Dilinoleic Acid?

Hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleic Acid is the end-product of the controlled hydrogenation of Dilinoleic Acid.

Is Hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleic Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleic Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleic Acid do in cosmetic products?

Hydrogenated Dimer Dilinoleic Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, binding, film forming, skin conditioning, viscosity controlling.

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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: 30/07/2013