Isostearyl Lactate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Isooctadecyl lactate
What does it do?
Isostearyl Lactate 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
EU regulatory status
Isostearyl 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 Isostearyl Lactate?
Isostearyl Lactate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Isooctadecyl lactate
Is Isostearyl Lactate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Isostearyl Lactate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Isostearyl Lactate do in cosmetic products?
Isostearyl Lactate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Isostearyl Lactate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Isostearyl Lactate is 42131-28-2.
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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