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PALMITAMIDOHEXADECANEDIOL
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Palmitamidohexadecanediol is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Palmitamidohexadecanediol is a fatty acid-derived conditioning agent (INCI name established by CosIng). It functions as a skin-conditioning agent and emulsifying stabiliser in cosmetic formulations. Being structurally similar to natural skin lipids, it has a favourable safety profile with no significant hazard signals. No EU restrictions appear in the CosIng database, and it is considered safe for use across skin types including sensitive skin.
Skin benefits
- Skin conditioning and emollient properties
- Helps restore skin barrier function
- Suitable for sensitive skin formulations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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