Ingredient
POTASSIUM UNDECYLENOYL CARRAGEENAN
Substance information
"Potassium..." refers to a potassium salt. The name component "undecylenoyl" means that the ingredient contains, as fatty acid component, amongst others, undecylenic acid (10-undecenoic acid) (mostly introduced via an acylation reaction). Ingredient on the basis of carrageenan (carbohydrates from red algae).
Function(s) of this ingredient in cosmetic products
EMULSION STABILISING
Supports emulsion formation and improves product stability
HAIR CONDITIONING
Leaves the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and / or imparts volume
SKIN CONDITIONING
Maintains the skin in good condition
Origin
synthetic/plant
Belongs to the following substance groups
Regulating cosmetics
Cosmetics Ingredients are subject to regulation. Please note, different regulations may apply to cosmetic ingredients outside the EU.