Ovum Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ovum Oil is the oil obtained by extraction of the yolks of fresh chicken eggs. It consists primarily of cholesterol, lecithin and the glycerides of the fatty acids clupanodonic (all-cis-7, 10, 13, 16, 19-docosapentaenoic acid), linoleic, oleic, palmitic and stearic
What does it do?
Ovum Oil 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
Ovum Oil 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 Ovum Oil?
Ovum Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ovum Oil is the oil obtained by extraction of the yolks of fresh chicken eggs. It consists primarily of cholesterol, lecithin and the glycerides of the fatty acids clupanodonic (all-cis-7, 10, 13, 16, 19-docosapentaenoic acid), linoleic, oleic, palmitic and stearic
Is Ovum Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ovum Oil is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ovum Oil do in cosmetic products?
Ovum Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Ovum Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ovum Oil is 8001-17-0.
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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