Meadowfoam Estolide
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Meadowfoam estolide is the oligomeric ester formed from meadowfoam (Limnanthes alba) seed oil fatty acids. It comprises mainly 5-(5-eicosenoyloxy)eicosanoic acid
What does it do?
Meadowfoam Estolide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Meadowfoam Estolide 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 Meadowfoam Estolide?
Meadowfoam Estolide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Meadowfoam estolide is the oligomeric ester formed from meadowfoam (Limnanthes alba) seed oil fatty acids. It comprises mainly 5-(5-eicosenoyloxy)eicosanoic acid
Is Meadowfoam Estolide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Meadowfoam Estolide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Meadowfoam Estolide do in cosmetic products?
Meadowfoam Estolide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, skin 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: 15/10/2010