Sodium Behenate
Sodium Behenate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a cleansing agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | SODIUM BEHENATE |
| Function | CLEANSING |
| CAS number | 5331-77-1 |
| EC number | 226-234-5 |
| Prevalence | 2 products (0% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
Used in
Eye Moisturizers 50%Face Cleansers 50%
Frequently asked
- What does Sodium Behenate do in skincare?
- Sodium Behenate functions as a cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Sodium Behenate allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Sodium Behenate?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially eye moisturizers (50% of its uses).
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