Myristyl Lactate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Tetradecyl lactate
What does it do?
Myristyl Lactate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Myristyl Lactate 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 Myristyl Lactate?
Myristyl Lactate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Tetradecyl lactate
Is Myristyl Lactate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Myristyl Lactate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Myristyl Lactate do in cosmetic products?
Myristyl Lactate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Myristyl Lactate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Myristyl Lactate is 1323-03-1.
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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