Jojoba 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?
Jojoba Alcohol is the alcohol fraction obtained by the saponification of Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Oil (q.v.)
What does it do?
Jojoba 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
Jojoba 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 Jojoba Alcohol?
Jojoba Alcohol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Jojoba Alcohol is the alcohol fraction obtained by the saponification of Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Oil (q.v.)
Is Jojoba Alcohol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Jojoba Alcohol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Jojoba Alcohol do in cosmetic products?
Jojoba 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 Jojoba Alcohol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Jojoba Alcohol is -.
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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