Hydrogenated vegetable glycerides
Hydrogenated vegetable glycerides
Hydrogenated Vegetable Glycerides are synthetic derivatives of vegetable oils. They act as an emollient, emulsifier, thickening agent, and surfactant in cosmetic formulations.
Skin conditioningEmollient
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Skin conditioning — Keeps the skin in good condition and protects it; improves its comfort.
Emollient — Softens and smooths the skin while limiting water loss.
Surfactant — Lowers the tension between two surfaces; cleanses and helps remove impurities.
Emulsifying — Allows phases that do not naturally mix, such as water and oil, to be blended together.
Viscosity controlling — Increases viscosity and gives the product its texture.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé |
| Classification CLP (Règl. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — perturbateur endocrinien (santé humaine) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Liste des substances candidates (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| Commission européenne (Règl. 1223/2009, Annexe III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| Commission européenne (Catalogue UE des nanomatériaux, Règl. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
Products
Products containing it
Statistics
In Lou’s database
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product listed
| Most frequent categories | Visage & corps |
| Most frequent brands | Topicrem |
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This information is reported factually and with attribution (authorities and publications cited). It does not constitute medical advice, for your situation, ask a pharmacist or a healthcare professional for advice.
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