Isooctyl Polyhydroxystearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Isooctyl Polyhydroxystearate is the ester formed by the reaction of Polyhydroxystearic Acid and isooctyl alcohol.
What does it do?
Isooctyl Polyhydroxystearate 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 conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Isooctyl Polyhydroxystearate 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 Isooctyl Polyhydroxystearate?
Isooctyl Polyhydroxystearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Isooctyl Polyhydroxystearate is the ester formed by the reaction of Polyhydroxystearic Acid and isooctyl alcohol.
Is Isooctyl Polyhydroxystearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Isooctyl Polyhydroxystearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Isooctyl Polyhydroxystearate do in cosmetic products?
Isooctyl Polyhydroxystearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Isooctyl Polyhydroxystearate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Isooctyl Polyhydroxystearate is 1338072-10-8.
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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: 22/01/2013