Lithium Oxidized Polyethylene
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethene, homopolymer, oxidised, lithium salts
What does it do?
Lithium Oxidized Polyethylene is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Lithium Oxidized Polyethylene 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 Lithium Oxidized Polyethylene?
Lithium Oxidized Polyethylene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethene, homopolymer, oxidised, lithium salts
Is Lithium Oxidized Polyethylene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lithium Oxidized Polyethylene is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lithium Oxidized Polyethylene do in cosmetic products?
Lithium Oxidized Polyethylene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, viscosity controlling.
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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