INCI name

MEADOWFOAM ESTOLIDE

Meadowfoam estolide

An oligomeric ester made from meadowfoam seed oil fatty acids, used for hair and skin conditioning.

What it is

Meadowfoam estolide is an oligomeric ester (estolide) formed from the fatty acids of meadowfoam (Limnanthes alba) seed oil; it consists mainly of 5-(5-eicosenoyloxy)eicosanoic acid. CosIng lists it as a hair-conditioning and skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in hair conditioners, hair masks, leave-in products, lip products 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 label does not show the concentration used or the exact distribution of the oligomers.

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 (33)

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