Soy Sterol Acetate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sterols, soybean, acetates
What does it do?
Soy Sterol Acetate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Soy Sterol Acetate 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 Soy Sterol Acetate?
Soy Sterol Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sterols, soybean, acetates
Is Soy Sterol Acetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Soy Sterol Acetate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Soy Sterol Acetate do in cosmetic products?
Soy Sterol Acetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying.
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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