Hydroxyethyl Dimethylammonium Lactate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydroxyethyl Dimethylammonium Lactate
What does it do?
Hydroxyethyl Dimethylammonium Lactate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Hydroxyethyl Dimethylammonium Lactate 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 Hydroxyethyl Dimethylammonium Lactate?
Hydroxyethyl Dimethylammonium Lactate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydroxyethyl Dimethylammonium Lactate
Is Hydroxyethyl Dimethylammonium Lactate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydroxyethyl Dimethylammonium Lactate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydroxyethyl Dimethylammonium Lactate do in cosmetic products?
Hydroxyethyl Dimethylammonium Lactate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - emulsifying.
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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: 12/10/2020