Glyceryl Linolenate

Glyceryl Linolenate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning - emollient agent. It is used in 46 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameGLYCERYL LINOLENATE
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
CAS number18465-99-1
EC number242-347-2
Prevalence46 products (0.05% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Serums 23.9%General Moisturizers 8.7%Nail Care 6.5%Body Lotions 4.3%Face Cleansers 4.3%Hair Masks 4.3%

Frequently asked

What does Glyceryl Linolenate do in skincare?
Glyceryl Linolenate functions as a skin conditioning - emollient agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Glyceryl Linolenate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Glyceryl Linolenate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (23.9% of its uses).

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