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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No significant safety concerns publicly reported; considered safe for cosmetic use under standard conditions.. Oligomeric (dimeric) ester derived from meadowfoam (Limnanthes alba) seed oil fatty acids, comprising mainly 5-(5-eicosenoyloxy)eicosanoic acid; improves intra-fiber moisture retention in hair, restores elasticity, reduces friction; in skin care, adjusts hydration levels and provides significant moisturisation; in colour cosmetics, enhances texture elegance and pigment colour pay-off
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Meadowfoam Estolide safe in cosmetics?
No significant safety concerns publicly reported; considered safe for cosmetic use under standard conditions.. Oligomeric (dimeric) ester derived from meadowfoam (Limnanthes alba) seed oil fatty acids, comprising mainly 5-(5-eicosenoyloxy)eicosanoic acid; improves intra-fiber moisture retention in hair, restores elasticity, reduces friction; in skin care, adjusts hydration levels and provides significant moisturisation; in colour cosmetics, enhances texture elegance and pigment colour pay-off The EU classifies Meadowfoam Estolide as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Meadowfoam Estolide allowed in the EU?
Meadowfoam Estolide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Meadowfoam Estolide do in cosmetics?
Meadowfoam Estolide functions as: Skin conditioning (emollient, moisturizer); hair conditioning (moisture retention, thermal/mechanical damage protection); pigment dispersion agent in color cosmetics. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68937-92-8; EINECS 273-100-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Meadowfoam Estolide?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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