What does Equol do in skincare?

Equol functions as an antioxidant, hair conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.

Is Equol allowed in cosmetics?

Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.

What products contain Equol?

It is most commonly found in Body products, especially body treatments (50% of its uses).

Equol

Equol is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antioxidant, hair conditioning agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI name	EQUOL
Function	ANTIOXIDANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number	531-95-3
EC number	208-522-2
Prevalence	2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used in	Body
EU status	Restricted (annex )
Monthly searches	480

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Frequently asked

What does Equol do in skincare?: Equol functions as an antioxidant, hair conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Equol allowed in cosmetics?: Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Equol?: It is most commonly found in Body products, especially body treatments (50% of its uses).

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