INCI name

BIS-ETHYLHEXYL HYDROXYDIMETHOXY BENZYLMALONATE

Bis-ethylhexyl hydroxydimethoxy benzylmalonate

A synthetic antioxidant used for skin conditioning and protection.

What it is

Bis-ethylhexyl hydroxydimethoxy benzylmalonate is a synthetic malonic acid ester carrying a hydroxydimethoxybenzyl group and two 2-ethylhexyl chains. CosIng lists it as an antioxidant, skin-conditioning and skin-protecting agent.

Where it is used

Found in creams, serums, sun care products and makeup.

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 label does not show the concentration used.

Functions

Antioxidant
Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.
Skin protecting
Helping to avoid harmful effects to the skin from external factors.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

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