Octyldodecyl Shea Butterate
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?
Octyldodecyl Shea Butterate is the ester formed by the reaction of Octyldodecanol with the fatty acids derived from Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
What does it do?
Octyldodecyl Shea Butterate 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
Octyldodecyl Shea Butterate 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 Octyldodecyl Shea Butterate?
Octyldodecyl Shea Butterate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Octyldodecyl Shea Butterate is the ester formed by the reaction of Octyldodecanol with the fatty acids derived from Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Is Octyldodecyl Shea Butterate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Octyldodecyl Shea Butterate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Octyldodecyl Shea Butterate do in cosmetic products?
Octyldodecyl Shea Butterate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, 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: 20/06/2016