Isocetyl Alcohol
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Isohexadecanol
What does it do?
Isocetyl 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
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Isocetyl 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 Isocetyl Alcohol?
Isocetyl Alcohol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Isohexadecanol
Is Isocetyl Alcohol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Isocetyl Alcohol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Isocetyl Alcohol do in cosmetic products?
Isocetyl Alcohol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Isocetyl Alcohol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Isocetyl Alcohol is 36311-34-9.
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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