Sodium Safflowerate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium salt of the fatty acids derived from Carthamus tinctorius L. Seed Oil
What does it do?
Sodium Safflowerate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Sodium Safflowerate 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 Safflowerate?
Sodium Safflowerate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium salt of the fatty acids derived from Carthamus tinctorius L. Seed Oil
Is Sodium Safflowerate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Safflowerate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Safflowerate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Safflowerate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.
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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