An animal fat from cattle, used as an emollient.
What it is
Adeps bovis is tallow, a fat of animal origin obtained from cattle, consisting mainly of glycerides of C16-18 fatty acids. CosIng lists it as an emollient.
Where it is used
Found in soaps, balms and other products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not show whether the tallow was refined. As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches.
Functions
- Skin conditioning – emollient
- Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.