Kelp Sulfated Oligosaccharides
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sulfated oligosaccharides obtained from the Seaweed Kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera, Lessoniaceae) hydrolyzate
What does it do?
Kelp Sulfated Oligosaccharides 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
EU regulatory status
Kelp Sulfated Oligosaccharides 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 Kelp Sulfated Oligosaccharides?
Kelp Sulfated Oligosaccharides is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sulfated oligosaccharides obtained from the Seaweed Kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera, Lessoniaceae) hydrolyzate
Is Kelp Sulfated Oligosaccharides allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Kelp Sulfated Oligosaccharides is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Kelp Sulfated Oligosaccharides do in cosmetic products?
Kelp Sulfated Oligosaccharides is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning.
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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