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Hydroxyethylcellulose/phosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate Copolymer

A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, hair conditioning, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Hydroxyethylcellulose/Phosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate Copolymer is the copolymer formed from Hydroxyethylcellulose and phosphorylcholine glycol methacrylate.

What does it do?

Hydroxyethylcellulose/phosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Hydroxyethylcellulose/phosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate Copolymer 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 Hydroxyethylcellulose/phosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate Copolymer?

Hydroxyethylcellulose/phosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydroxyethylcellulose/Phosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate Copolymer is the copolymer formed from Hydroxyethylcellulose and phosphorylcholine glycol methacrylate.

Is Hydroxyethylcellulose/phosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hydroxyethylcellulose/phosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hydroxyethylcellulose/phosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

Hydroxyethylcellulose/phosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning.

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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: 20/01/2014