Glycereth-2 Cocoate

Glycereth-2 Cocoate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent. It is used in 147 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameGLYCERETH-2 COCOATE
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
Prevalence147 products (0.16% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches90

Used in

Shampoos 22.4%Conditioners 20.4%Gel, Pomade & Wax 10.2%Face Cleansers 8.2%Mousse & Foam 6.1%Hair Masks 5.4%

Frequently asked

What does Glycereth-2 Cocoate do in skincare?
Glycereth-2 Cocoate functions as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Glycereth-2 Cocoate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Glycereth-2 Cocoate?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially shampoos (22.4% of its uses).

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