INCI name

PHYTOSTERYL/OCTYLDODECYL LAUROYL GLUTAMATE

Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate

An amino acid-based ester used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.

What it is

Phytosteryl/octyldodecyl lauroyl glutamate is a mixed ester of N-lauroyl-L-glutamic acid with plant sterols (phytosterols) and octyldodecanol. CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in lipsticks, lip balms, creams, makeup and hair care products.

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

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 (18)

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