INCI name

ISOPROPYL CLOPROSTENATE

Isopropyl cloprostenate

A synthetic prostaglandin analogue, listed as a hair-conditioning ingredient.

What it is

Isopropyl cloprostenate is, according to CosIng, a synthetic analogue of a prostaglandin; it is the isopropyl ester of cloprostenol. CosIng lists it as a hair-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found mainly in eyelash and eyebrow serums.

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.

EU regulation

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

Scientific opinions (SCCS)

Opinions of the EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety that mention this ingredient. They assess specific uses and concentrations; read the opinion for its scope.

Products with this ingredient (9)

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