Palmitoyl Carnosine
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Palmitoyl Carnosine is the product obtained by the reaction of palmitic acid chloride and Carnosine
What does it do?
Palmitoyl Carnosine 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
Palmitoyl Carnosine 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 Palmitoyl Carnosine?
Palmitoyl Carnosine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Palmitoyl Carnosine is the product obtained by the reaction of palmitic acid chloride and Carnosine
Is Palmitoyl Carnosine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Palmitoyl Carnosine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Palmitoyl Carnosine do in cosmetic products?
Palmitoyl Carnosine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Palmitoyl Carnosine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Palmitoyl Carnosine is -.
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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