Trimethyl Phytosphingosine Iodide
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What does it do?
Trimethyl Phytosphingosine Iodide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Trimethyl Phytosphingosine Iodide 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 Trimethyl Phytosphingosine Iodide?
Trimethyl Phytosphingosine Iodide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.
Is Trimethyl Phytosphingosine Iodide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Trimethyl Phytosphingosine Iodide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Trimethyl Phytosphingosine Iodide do in cosmetic products?
Trimethyl Phytosphingosine Iodide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning, skin protecting.
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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: 09/03/2016