PEG-18 GLYCERYL OLEATE/COCOATE
PEG-18 GLYCERYL OLEATE/COCOATE
Blend of surfactants of plant and synthetic origin derived from fatty acids (oleic and coconut) and glycerol. Used as an emulsifier and surfactant to stabilize emulsions and facilitate the mixing of oily and aqueous phases in cosmetic formulations.
SurfactantEmulsifying
Ingredient
Roles & functions
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.
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
1
product listed
| Most frequent categories | Cheveux gras |
| Most frequent brands | Ducray |
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