Polyvinyl Stearyl Ether
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyvinyl octadecyl ether
What does it do?
Polyvinyl Stearyl Ether is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Polyvinyl Stearyl Ether 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 Polyvinyl Stearyl Ether?
Polyvinyl Stearyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyvinyl octadecyl ether
Is Polyvinyl Stearyl Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyvinyl Stearyl Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyvinyl Stearyl Ether do in cosmetic products?
Polyvinyl Stearyl Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Polyvinyl Stearyl Ether?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polyvinyl Stearyl Ether is 9003-96-7.
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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