Lysine Babassuate
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Lysine Babassuate is the salt formed between Lysine and Babassu Acid
What does it do?
Lysine Babassuate 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
EU regulatory status
Lysine Babassuate 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 Lysine Babassuate?
Lysine Babassuate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lysine Babassuate is the salt formed between Lysine and Babassu Acid
Is Lysine Babassuate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lysine Babassuate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lysine Babassuate do in cosmetic products?
Lysine Babassuate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing.
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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: 05/12/2013