Lauryl Malamide
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
3-Carboxy-N-dodecyl-2-hydroxypropanamide
What does it do?
Lauryl Malamide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
EU regulatory status
Lauryl Malamide 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 Malamide?
Lauryl Malamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 3-Carboxy-N-dodecyl-2-hydroxypropanamide
Is Lauryl Malamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lauryl Malamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lauryl Malamide do in cosmetic products?
Lauryl Malamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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