Lauroyl/myristoyl Methyl Glucamide
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
D-Glucitol, 1-Deoxy-1-(Methylamino)-, N-C12-14 Acyl Derivs
What does it do?
Lauroyl/myristoyl Methyl Glucamide 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
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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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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Lauroyl/myristoyl Methyl Glucamide 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/myristoyl Methyl Glucamide?
Lauroyl/myristoyl Methyl Glucamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. D-Glucitol, 1-Deoxy-1-(Methylamino)-, N-C12-14 Acyl Derivs
Is Lauroyl/myristoyl Methyl Glucamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lauroyl/myristoyl Methyl Glucamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lauroyl/myristoyl Methyl Glucamide do in cosmetic products?
Lauroyl/myristoyl Methyl Glucamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - cleansing, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Lauroyl/myristoyl Methyl Glucamide?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lauroyl/myristoyl Methyl Glucamide is 287735-50-6.
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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: 23/07/2015