Palm Oil Oleyl Esters
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Palm Oil Oleyl Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil and Oleyl Alcohol.
What does it do?
Palm Oil Oleyl Esters is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Palm Oil Oleyl Esters 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 Oil Oleyl Esters?
Palm Oil Oleyl Esters is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Palm Oil Oleyl Esters is the product obtained by the transesterification of Elaeis Guineensis (Palm) Oil and Oleyl Alcohol.
Is Palm Oil Oleyl Esters allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Palm Oil Oleyl Esters is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Palm Oil Oleyl Esters do in cosmetic products?
Palm Oil Oleyl Esters is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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: 21/01/2014