INCI name

C18-36 ACID TRIGLYCERIDE

C18-36 acid triglyceride

Skin conditioning – emollient Skin conditioningreviewed

A waxy triglyceride of long-chain fatty acids.

What it is

C18-36 Acid Triglyceride is a triglyceride of fatty acids with 18 to 36 carbon atoms. CosIng lists it as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Used in lipsticks, lip balms, stick products, makeup and creams.

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 covers a range of chain lengths and does not reveal the origin of the raw materials.

Functions

Skin conditioning – emollient: Acting as lubricants on the skin surface providing the skin with a soft and smooth appearance.
Skin conditioning: Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

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

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