INCI name

DIBUTYL ETHYLHEXANOYL GLUTAMIDE

Dibutyl ethylhexanoyl glutamide

An amino acid derivative used as a conditioning agent and gelling agent for oils.

What it is

Dibutyl ethylhexanoyl glutamide is a dibutylamide of N-(2-ethylhexanoyl) glutamic acid, an amino acid derivative. It is known as a gelling agent for oils and is often combined with dibutyl lauroyl glutamide. CosIng lists it as a hair-conditioning and skin-conditioning ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in lipsticks, lip balms, cleansing balms and sun care sticks.

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

Hair conditioning
Enhancing the appearance and feel of hair. Leaving the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and/or imparting volume, lightness, gloss, texture, etc.
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.

Products with this ingredient (16)

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