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Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)

Plasmalogens

Used in cosmetic products as antioxidant. Plasmalogens are phosphoglycerides found primarily in neural tissue and are characterized by a vinyl ether linkage with a fatty alcohol at the sn-1 position and an ester linkage with an unsaturated fatty acid at the sn-2 position.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Plasmalogens used for in cosmetics?

Plasmalogens is used in cosmetic products as antioxidant. Plasmalogens are phosphoglycerides found primarily in neural tissue and are characterized by a vinyl ether linkage with a fatty alcohol at the sn-1 position and an ester linkage with an unsaturated fatty acid at the sn-2 position.

Is Plasmalogens restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

No EU restriction annex is recorded for Plasmalogens in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.