Hydroxypropyltrimonium Ascorbate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, hair conditioning, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What does it do?
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Ascorbate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
-
Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
-
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
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Ascorbate 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 Hydroxypropyltrimonium Ascorbate?
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Ascorbate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.
Is Hydroxypropyltrimonium Ascorbate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydroxypropyltrimonium Ascorbate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydroxypropyltrimonium Ascorbate do in cosmetic products?
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Ascorbate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning.
Related ingredients
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 02/06/2016