Sphingomyelin
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What does it do?
Sphingomyelin 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
EU regulatory status
Sphingomyelin 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 Sphingomyelin?
Sphingomyelin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.
Is Sphingomyelin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sphingomyelin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sphingomyelin do in cosmetic products?
Sphingomyelin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Sphingomyelin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sphingomyelin is 85187-10-6.
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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