Lauryl Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Lauryl Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer is a polymer of Lauryl Dimethicone crosslinked with diallyl Polyglycerin-3
What does it do?
Lauryl Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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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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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
Lauryl Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer 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 Lauryl Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer?
Lauryl Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lauryl Dimethicone/Polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer is a polymer of Lauryl Dimethicone crosslinked with diallyl Polyglycerin-3
Is Lauryl Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lauryl Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lauryl Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?
Lauryl Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Lauryl Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lauryl Dimethicone/polyglycerin-3 Crosspolymer 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: 24/01/2011