Ppg-10 Sorbitol
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair fixing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ether of sorbitol and polypropylene glycol containing an average of 10 moles of propylene oxide
What does it do?
Ppg-10 Sorbitol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair fixing
holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand
EU regulatory status
Ppg-10 Sorbitol 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 Ppg-10 Sorbitol?
Ppg-10 Sorbitol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ether of sorbitol and polypropylene glycol containing an average of 10 moles of propylene oxide
Is Ppg-10 Sorbitol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ppg-10 Sorbitol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ppg-10 Sorbitol do in cosmetic products?
Ppg-10 Sorbitol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair fixing.
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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