Hydroxy Methyloctylphenol
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydroxyisononyl Phenol
What does it do?
Hydroxy Methyloctylphenol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Hydroxy Methyloctylphenol 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 Hydroxy Methyloctylphenol?
Hydroxy Methyloctylphenol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydroxyisononyl Phenol
Is Hydroxy Methyloctylphenol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydroxy Methyloctylphenol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydroxy Methyloctylphenol do in cosmetic products?
Hydroxy Methyloctylphenol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin protecting.
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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: 21/10/2019