Retinyl Palmitate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - miscellaneous in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Retinol, hexadecanoate
What does it do?
Retinyl Palmitate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - miscellaneous
improves skin condition through mechanisms not classified under the more specific emollient or humectant subcategories
EU regulatory status
Retinyl Palmitate 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 Retinyl Palmitate?
Retinyl Palmitate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Retinol, hexadecanoate
Is Retinyl Palmitate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Retinyl Palmitate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Retinyl Palmitate do in cosmetic products?
Retinyl Palmitate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - miscellaneous.
What is the CAS number of Retinyl Palmitate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Retinyl Palmitate is 79-81-2.
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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: 28/07/2020