Olive Alcohol
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Olive Alcohol is a mixture of fatty alcohols derived from Olea Europaea Fruit Oil.
What does it do?
Olive Alcohol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
EU regulatory status
Olive Alcohol 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 Alcohol?
Olive Alcohol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Olive Alcohol is a mixture of fatty alcohols derived from Olea Europaea Fruit Oil.
Is Olive Alcohol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Olive Alcohol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Olive Alcohol do in cosmetic products?
Olive Alcohol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising.
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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