This entry shows data from the EU CosIng database. An editorial description has not been written and reviewed yet.
Functions
- Binding
- Providing adhesive properties during and after compression in cosmetic tablets and/or cakes.
- Depilatory
- Breaking down the the mechanical strength of hair fibers so that they can be removed by mild scraping/rubbing.
- Film forming
- Producing (upon application) a continuous film on the skin, hair or nails.
- Plasticiser
- Softening and making supple synthetic polumers that otherwise could not be easily deformed, spread or worked out.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.