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Sodium N-Hyaluronoyl Glutamate

A cosmetic ingredient used as buffering, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Sodium N-Hyaluronoyl Glutamate is the amide formed by Sodium Glutamate and Sodium Hyaluronate.

What does it do?

Sodium N-Hyaluronoyl Glutamate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Buffering

    stabilises the pH of a product

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

EU regulatory status

Sodium N-Hyaluronoyl Glutamate 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 N-Hyaluronoyl Glutamate?

Sodium N-Hyaluronoyl Glutamate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium N-Hyaluronoyl Glutamate is the amide formed by Sodium Glutamate and Sodium Hyaluronate.

Is Sodium N-Hyaluronoyl Glutamate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Sodium N-Hyaluronoyl Glutamate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Sodium N-Hyaluronoyl Glutamate do in cosmetic products?

Sodium N-Hyaluronoyl Glutamate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: buffering, humectant.

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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: 16/08/2024