Olive Acid
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Olive Acid is a mixture of fatty acids derived from Olea Europaea Fruit Oil.
What does it do?
Olive Acid is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Olive Acid 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 Olive Acid?
Olive Acid is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Olive Acid is a mixture of fatty acids derived from Olea Europaea Fruit Oil.
Is Olive Acid allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Olive Acid is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Olive Acid do in cosmetic products?
Olive Acid is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Olive Acid?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Olive Acid is 92044-96-7.
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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: 06/08/2020