Paraffinum Liquidum
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Paraffin oils. Liquid hydrocarbons from petroleum
What does it do?
Paraffinum Liquidum is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Paraffinum Liquidum 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 Paraffinum Liquidum?
Paraffinum Liquidum is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Paraffin oils. Liquid hydrocarbons from petroleum
Is Paraffinum Liquidum allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Paraffinum Liquidum is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Paraffinum Liquidum do in cosmetic products?
Paraffinum Liquidum is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting, solvent.
What is the CAS number of Paraffinum Liquidum?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Paraffinum Liquidum is 8012-95-1 / 8042-47-5.
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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