Hydroxyethoxyethyl Urea
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Urea, N-[2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethyl]-
What does it do?
Hydroxyethoxyethyl Urea is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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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
Hydroxyethoxyethyl Urea 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 Hydroxyethoxyethyl Urea?
Hydroxyethoxyethyl Urea is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Urea, N-[2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethyl]-
Is Hydroxyethoxyethyl Urea allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydroxyethoxyethyl Urea is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydroxyethoxyethyl Urea do in cosmetic products?
Hydroxyethoxyethyl Urea is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Hydroxyethoxyethyl Urea?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydroxyethoxyethyl Urea is 23194-10-7.
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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: 11/10/2012