INCI name

PHYTANTRIOL

Phytantriol

Humectantreviewed

A branched aliphatic triol used as a humectant.

What it is

Phytantriol (3,7,11,15-tetramethylhexadecane-1,2,3-triol) is a branched long-chain alcohol with three hydroxyl groups. CosIng lists it as a humectant.

Where it is used

Found in hair care products, creams, serums and lotions.

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 INCI name does not reveal whether the raw material was produced synthetically or from natural starting materials.

Functions

Humectant
Retaining and/or preserving the moisture in a product during use.

EU regulation

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

Products with this ingredient (18)

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