Phosphatidylinositol
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What does it do?
Phosphatidylinositol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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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
Phosphatidylinositol 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 Phosphatidylinositol?
Phosphatidylinositol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.
Is Phosphatidylinositol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Phosphatidylinositol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Phosphatidylinositol do in cosmetic products?
Phosphatidylinositol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Phosphatidylinositol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Phosphatidylinositol 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