Ingredient
METHYLSELENO CARBOXYETHYLGLUTAMINE
Substance information
"Methyl" mostly refers to methanol (methyl alcohol) as alcoholic component or generally the methyl group as the smallest hydrocarbon residue with one carbon atom. Dimethyl-, trimethyl- etc refer to two, three or more methyl groups.
Function(s) of this ingredient in cosmetic products
ANTI-SEBORRHEIC
Prevents seborrhea and / or seborrheic dermatitis or relieves their symptoms; and / or acts against dandruff
ANTIMICROBIAL
Helps control the growth of micro-organisms (eg bacteria and fungi)
ANTIOXIDANT
Inhibits reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and deterioration of ingredients
HAIR CONDITIONING
Leaves the hair easy to comb, supple, soft and shiny and / or imparts volume
SKIN CONDITIONING
Maintains the skin in good condition
SKIN PROTECTING
Protects the skin from external influences
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.