Methoxy Peg-12 Eicosapentaenoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Methoxy PEG-12 Eicosapentaenoate is the organic compound that conforms to the formula:
What does it do?
Methoxy Peg-12 Eicosapentaenoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Methoxy Peg-12 Eicosapentaenoate 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 Methoxy Peg-12 Eicosapentaenoate?
Methoxy Peg-12 Eicosapentaenoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Methoxy PEG-12 Eicosapentaenoate is the organic compound that conforms to the formula:
Is Methoxy Peg-12 Eicosapentaenoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Methoxy Peg-12 Eicosapentaenoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Methoxy Peg-12 Eicosapentaenoate do in cosmetic products?
Methoxy Peg-12 Eicosapentaenoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, skin conditioning, skin protecting.
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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: 23/10/2019