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Polyglyceryl-10/sebacic Acid/shea Butter Crosspolymer

A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Polyglyceryl-10/Sebacic Acid/Shea Butter Crosspolymer is the crosslinked polymer obtained by the reaction of Polyglycerin-10, Sebacic Acid and Butyrospermum Parkii Butter.

What does it do?

Polyglyceryl-10/sebacic Acid/shea Butter Crosspolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Polyglyceryl-10/sebacic Acid/shea Butter Crosspolymer 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 Polyglyceryl-10/sebacic Acid/shea Butter Crosspolymer?

Polyglyceryl-10/sebacic Acid/shea Butter Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyglyceryl-10/Sebacic Acid/Shea Butter Crosspolymer is the crosslinked polymer obtained by the reaction of Polyglycerin-10, Sebacic Acid and Butyrospermum Parkii Butter.

Is Polyglyceryl-10/sebacic Acid/shea Butter Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Polyglyceryl-10/sebacic Acid/shea Butter Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Polyglyceryl-10/sebacic Acid/shea Butter Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?

Polyglyceryl-10/sebacic Acid/shea Butter Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.

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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: 18/04/2018