Lauroyl Methylglucamide Laurate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Lauroyl Methylglucamide Laurate is the organic compound that conforms to the formula:
What does it do?
Lauroyl Methylglucamide Laurate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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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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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Lauroyl Methylglucamide Laurate 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 Lauroyl Methylglucamide Laurate?
Lauroyl Methylglucamide Laurate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lauroyl Methylglucamide Laurate is the organic compound that conforms to the formula:
Is Lauroyl Methylglucamide Laurate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lauroyl Methylglucamide Laurate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lauroyl Methylglucamide Laurate do in cosmetic products?
Lauroyl Methylglucamide Laurate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, 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: 15/04/2019