A lipid derivative of hydroxyproline used for skin and hair conditioning.
What it is
Dipalmitoyl hydroxyproline is a derivative of the amino acid hydroxyproline in which two palmitic acid chains are attached. CosIng lists it as an antistatic, hair-conditioning and skin-conditioning agent.
Where it is used
Found in face creams, serums, eye creams and products marketed against the signs of ageing.
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
- Antistatic
- Preventing and/or reducing static electricity by neutralising electrical charge on surfaces.
- 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 (42)
- Anti-wrinkle & Firm Moisturizing V-Shape Serum · Lumene
- Anti-wrinkle & Firm Moisturizing Eye Cream · Lumene
- Anti-Wrinkle & Revitalize Oil Serum · Lumene
- Anti-Wrinkle & Revitalize Rich Day Cream · Lumene
- Anti-wrinkle & Firm Day Moisturizer · Lumene
- Anti-wrinkle & Firm Night Moisturizer · Lumene
- Anti-wrinkle & Firm Day Cream SPF30 Fragrance-free · Lumene
- Anti-Wrinkle & Revitalize Overnight Balm · Lumene
- Anti-Wrinkle & Dark Spot Night Serum · Lumene
- Plant-Powered Day Cream · Madara
- Eye Cream for Men · Madara
- Satin Shine Lipstick · Madara

