Octacosanyl Glycol Isostearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Isooctadecanoic acid, 2-hydroxyoctacosyl ester
What does it do?
Octacosanyl Glycol Isostearate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Octacosanyl Glycol Isostearate 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 Octacosanyl Glycol Isostearate?
Octacosanyl Glycol Isostearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Isooctadecanoic acid, 2-hydroxyoctacosyl ester
Is Octacosanyl Glycol Isostearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Octacosanyl Glycol Isostearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Octacosanyl Glycol Isostearate do in cosmetic products?
Octacosanyl Glycol Isostearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
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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