Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Sesamate
A cosmetic ingredient used as binding, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Sesamate is the product of the transesterification of 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and sesame seed oil that has been hydrogenated
What does it do?
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Sesamate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
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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
EU regulatory status
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Sesamate 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 Ethylhexyl Sesamate?
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Sesamate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Sesamate is the product of the transesterification of 2-ethylhexyl alcohol and sesame seed oil that has been hydrogenated
Is Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Sesamate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Sesamate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Sesamate do in cosmetic products?
Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Sesamate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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