Oleuropein
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, hair conditioning, hair fixing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
methyl (2S,3E,4S)-4-{2-[2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)ethoxy]-2-oxoethyl}-3-ethylidene-2-{[(2S,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxy}-3,4-dihydro-2H-pyran-5-carboxylate
What does it do?
Oleuropein is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Hair fixing
holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand
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Hair waving or straightening
permanently changes the shape of hair through chemical reduction and re-oxidation of the hair's disulfide bonds
EU regulatory status
Oleuropein 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 Oleuropein?
Oleuropein is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. methyl (2S,3E,4S)-4-{2-[2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)ethoxy]-2-oxoethyl}-3-ethylidene-2-{[(2S,3R,4S,5S,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxy}-3,4-dihydro-2H-pyran-5-carboxylate
Is Oleuropein allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Oleuropein is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Oleuropein do in cosmetic products?
Oleuropein is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, hair conditioning, hair fixing, hair waving or straightening.
What is the CAS number of Oleuropein?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Oleuropein is 32619-42-4.
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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: 16/04/2019