Disodium Azelate

Disodium Azelate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a viscosity controlling agent. It is used in 5 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameDISODIUM AZELATE
FunctionVISCOSITY CONTROLLING
CAS number17265-13-3 / 27825-99-6 / 132499-85-5
EC number241-298-4 / - / -
Prevalence5 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Facial Treatments 20%General Moisturizers 20%Serums 20%Shampoos 20%Wash Off Masks 20%

Frequently asked

What does Disodium Azelate do in skincare?
Disodium Azelate functions as a viscosity controlling agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Disodium Azelate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Disodium Azelate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially facial treatments (20% of its uses).

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