An amino acid used for skin and hair conditioning and as a fragrance ingredient.

What it is

Tyrosine (2-amino-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)propanoic acid) is an aromatic amino acid that occurs naturally in proteins. CosIng lists it as an antistatic, hair-conditioning, skin-conditioning and fragrance ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in creams, serums, sun care products 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 CAS numbers listed cover the L-, D- and DL-forms; the INCI name does not show which form is used.

Functions

Antistatic
Preventing and/or reducing static electricity by neutralising electrical charge on surfaces.
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.
Fragrance
Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
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 (45)

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