Palm Kernel Glycerides
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Glycerides, palm kernel oil
What does it do?
Palm Kernel Glycerides 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
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Palm Kernel Glycerides 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 Palm Kernel Glycerides?
Palm Kernel Glycerides is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Glycerides, palm kernel oil
Is Palm Kernel Glycerides allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Palm Kernel Glycerides is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Palm Kernel Glycerides do in cosmetic products?
Palm Kernel Glycerides is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying.
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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