Sodium Polyglutamate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Glutamic Acid Homopolymer Sodium Salt
What does it do?
Sodium Polyglutamate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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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 Polyglutamate 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 Polyglutamate?
Sodium Polyglutamate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Glutamic Acid Homopolymer Sodium Salt
Is Sodium Polyglutamate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Polyglutamate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Polyglutamate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Polyglutamate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Polyglutamate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Polyglutamate is 28829-38-1.
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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