Hydrogenated Polydodecene

What is it?

Hydrogenated Polydodecene is the hydrogenated homopolymer of Dodecene; 1-Dodecene homopolymer, hydrogenated

What does it do?

Hydrogenated Polydodecene is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

• Binding

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

• Hair conditioning

  improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

• Skin conditioning - emollient

  softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells

• Solvent

  dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase

• Viscosity controlling

  adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation

EU regulatory status

Hydrogenated Polydodecene 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.

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