Polyricinoleic Acid

INGREDIENT

Polyricinoleic Acid

Polymerized Fatty Acid; Binder

Approved

Low expected concern in topical cosmetics. It is a polymer of ricinoleic acid used as a binder and viscosity modifier; its polymeric nature limits expected dermal absorption, and no major cosmetic-use hazard signal is established.

Also known as 1 Synonym
Function Binding; Plasticising; Viscosity Controlling
Safety Meter Approved
Evidence Level Limited
CAS Number Not listed
Category Polymerized Fatty Acid; Binder
Function Binding; Plasticising; Viscosity Controlling
Evidence Level Limited
Status Approved
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

Binding; Plasticising; Viscosity Controlling

OUR STANDARD

How to read this rating

This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.

RESEARCH

Sources

  1. 1 cosmileeurope.eu
FOUND IN

Found in Approved Products

This ingredient appears in 2 Oh Daisey Approved Products.

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