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Datem is an acronym for "diacetyl tartaric acid ester of mono- and diglycerides", (E472e). Datem is used in cosmetics as a hair conditioning agent. The substance makes the hair easy to comb, smooth, soft and shiny and gives it volume. Furthermore the substance acts as emollient, emulsifier and surfactant.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer