Sodium Dimyristoyl Glyceryl Ascorbate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium Dimyristoyl Glyceryl Ascorbate is the sodium salt of Dimyristoyl Glyceryl Ascorbate
What does it do?
Sodium Dimyristoyl Glyceryl Ascorbate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Sodium Dimyristoyl Glyceryl Ascorbate 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 Sodium Dimyristoyl Glyceryl Ascorbate?
Sodium Dimyristoyl Glyceryl Ascorbate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium Dimyristoyl Glyceryl Ascorbate is the sodium salt of Dimyristoyl Glyceryl Ascorbate
Is Sodium Dimyristoyl Glyceryl Ascorbate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Dimyristoyl Glyceryl Ascorbate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Dimyristoyl Glyceryl Ascorbate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Dimyristoyl Glyceryl Ascorbate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning.
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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: 04/12/2015