BRAIN LIPIDS is graded F (Banned) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexII.
BRAIN LIPIDS
Safety grade: F
Brain lipids are fatty substances extracted from brain tissue that contain natural moisturizing compounds similar to those found in skin. These lipids help restore the skin's natural protective barrier and keep it soft and hydrated.
Brain lipids are used in cosmetics to deeply moisturize and condition the skin, helping to reduce dryness and maintain a smooth, supple complexion.
Graded using: COSING.
- EU COSING — Prohibited
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to BRAIN LIPIDS
- HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL — Grade A. Plant oil that deeply moisturizes and conditions skin like lipid-based emollients.
- GLYCOL DISTEARATE — Grade A. Glycol ester that conditions and softens skin through emollient moisturization.
- GLYCERYL OLEATE — Grade A. Glyceride that provides skin conditioning and emollient moisturizing benefits.
- DIMETHICONE — Grade A. Silicone polymer that conditions skin and provides protective moisture barrier.
Other EU Prohibited (Annex II) ingredients
- BUTYLPHENYL METHYLPROPIONAL — Grade F**
- PETROLATUM — Grade F
- ZINC PYRITHIONE — Grade F**
- CYCLOMETHICONE — Grade F**
- HYDROXYISOHEXYL 3-CYCLOHEXENE CARBOXALDEHYDE — Grade F
- CI 73360 — Grade F
Other Emollient ingredients
- CETEARYL ALCOHOL — Grade A
- CAPRYLYL GLYCOL — Grade A
- GLYCERYL STEARATE — Grade A
- CETYL ALCOHOL — Grade A