Sucrose Olivate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying, emulsion stabilising in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sucrose Olivate is the ester of Sucrose and the fatty acids derived from Olea Europaea Fruit Oil.
What does it do?
Sucrose Olivate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
EU regulatory status
Sucrose Olivate 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 Sucrose Olivate?
Sucrose Olivate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sucrose Olivate is the ester of Sucrose and the fatty acids derived from Olea Europaea Fruit Oil.
Is Sucrose Olivate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sucrose Olivate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sucrose Olivate do in cosmetic products?
Sucrose Olivate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - emulsifying, emulsion stabilising, film forming.
What is the CAS number of Sucrose Olivate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sucrose Olivate is 25496-92-8.
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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: 14/08/2024