INCI name

POLYAMINOPROPYL BIGUANIDE STEARATE

Polyaminopropyl biguanide stearate

The product of polyaminopropyl biguanide and stearic acid, used as a deodorant ingredient.

What it is

Polyaminopropyl biguanide stearate is, according to CosIng, the product obtained by reacting polyaminopropyl biguanide (PHMB), a cationic polymer, with stearic acid. CosIng lists it as a deodorant and fragrance ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in a small number of products, such as deodorants.

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 actually used.

Functions

Deodorant
Reducing and/or eluminating unpleasant odour. Contributing against the formation of malodour on body surfaces.
Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.

EU regulation

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

Products with this ingredient (2)

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