Phytol
A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, perfuming, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
3,7,11-15-Tetramethylhexadec-2-en-1-ol
What does it do?
Phytol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Phytol 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 Phytol?
Phytol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 3,7,11-15-Tetramethylhexadec-2-en-1-ol
Is Phytol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Phytol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Phytol do in cosmetic products?
Phytol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Phytol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Phytol is 150-86-7 / 7541-49-3.
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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