Lauryl/myristyl Glycol Hydroxypropyl Ether
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-(2-Hydroxypropyl)-C10-12-alkanols
What does it do?
Lauryl/myristyl Glycol Hydroxypropyl Ether is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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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Surfactant - foam boosting
surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation
EU regulatory status
Lauryl/myristyl Glycol Hydroxypropyl Ether 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/myristyl Glycol Hydroxypropyl Ether?
Lauryl/myristyl Glycol Hydroxypropyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-(2-Hydroxypropyl)-C10-12-alkanols
Is Lauryl/myristyl Glycol Hydroxypropyl Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lauryl/myristyl Glycol Hydroxypropyl Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lauryl/myristyl Glycol Hydroxypropyl Ether do in cosmetic products?
Lauryl/myristyl Glycol Hydroxypropyl Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - foam boosting.
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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