Rapeseed Sophorolipids
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial, cleansing, deodorant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Rapeseed Sophorolipids are glycolipids produced by the fermentation of glucose by Candida bombicola with the fatty acids derived from Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil
What does it do?
Rapeseed Sophorolipids is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Rapeseed Sophorolipids 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 Rapeseed Sophorolipids?
Rapeseed Sophorolipids is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Rapeseed Sophorolipids are glycolipids produced by the fermentation of glucose by Candida bombicola with the fatty acids derived from Brassica Campestris (Rapeseed) Seed Oil
Is Rapeseed Sophorolipids allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Rapeseed Sophorolipids is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Rapeseed Sophorolipids do in cosmetic products?
Rapeseed Sophorolipids is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial, cleansing, deodorant, surfactant - cleansing.
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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: 27/05/2014