Lauryl Lactyl Lactate
A cosmetic ingredient used as opacifying, skin conditioning, surfactant - foam boosting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Propanoic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-, 2-(C10-16-Alkyloxy)-1-Methyl-2-Oxoethyl Ester
What does it do?
Lauryl Lactyl Lactate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Surfactant - foam boosting
surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Lauryl Lactyl Lactate 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 Lactyl Lactate?
Lauryl Lactyl Lactate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Propanoic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-, 2-(C10-16-Alkyloxy)-1-Methyl-2-Oxoethyl Ester
Is Lauryl Lactyl Lactate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lauryl Lactyl Lactate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lauryl Lactyl Lactate do in cosmetic products?
Lauryl Lactyl Lactate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: opacifying, skin conditioning, surfactant - foam boosting, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Lauryl Lactyl Lactate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lauryl Lactyl Lactate is 910661-93-7.
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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