Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What does it do?
Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol 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
EU regulatory status
Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol 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 Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol?
Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.
Is Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol do in cosmetic products?
Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol is 623-05-2.
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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