Shea Butter Glycerides
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Shea Butter Glycerides is a mixture of mono, di and triglycerides derived from Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
What does it do?
Shea Butter Glycerides is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Shea Butter Glycerides 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 Shea Butter Glycerides?
Shea Butter Glycerides is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Shea Butter Glycerides is a mixture of mono, di and triglycerides derived from Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Is Shea Butter Glycerides allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Shea Butter Glycerides is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Shea Butter Glycerides do in cosmetic products?
Shea Butter Glycerides is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Shea Butter Glycerides?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Shea Butter Glycerides is 194043-92-0.
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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