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HYDROXYETHYL STEARAMIDE-MIPA
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Hydroxyethyl Stearamide-Mipa is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Its specific function may vary between products. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Hydroxyethyl Stearamide-MIPA is a fatty acid alkanolamide used as an emulsifying agent and viscosity controller in cosmetic emulsions. It is structurally similar to other well-established alkanolamides used in cosmetics for decades, with no significant toxicity or regulatory actions in the EU. It is not listed in EU Annex II or Annex III under Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009.
Skin benefits
- Stabilizes emulsions and improves product texture
- Provides conditioning benefits in skin and hair products
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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