Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, chelating, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What does it do?
Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23 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 Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23?
Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.
Is Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23 do in cosmetic products?
Kojyl Carboxy Dipeptide-23 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, chelating, skin protecting.
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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: 06/06/2016