Stearyl Benzoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Octadecyl benzoate
What does it do?
Stearyl Benzoate 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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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Stearyl Benzoate 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 Stearyl Benzoate?
Stearyl Benzoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Octadecyl benzoate
Is Stearyl Benzoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Stearyl Benzoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Stearyl Benzoate do in cosmetic products?
Stearyl Benzoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, solvent.
What is the CAS number of Stearyl Benzoate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Stearyl Benzoate is 10578-34-4.
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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