Linseed Oil Ethyl Esters
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Linseed Oil Ethyl Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil and ethyl alcohol.
What does it do?
Linseed Oil Ethyl Esters is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
EU regulatory status
Linseed Oil Ethyl Esters 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 Linseed Oil Ethyl Esters?
Linseed Oil Ethyl Esters is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Linseed Oil Ethyl Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil and ethyl alcohol.
Is Linseed Oil Ethyl Esters allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Linseed Oil Ethyl Esters is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Linseed Oil Ethyl Esters do in cosmetic products?
Linseed Oil Ethyl Esters is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, hair conditioning.
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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: 16/10/2015