Benzyl PCA
Benzyl PCA is a cosmetic ingredient used as a humectant agent. It is used in 5 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | BENZYL PCA |
| Function | HUMECTANT |
| CAS number | 60555-57-9 |
| EC number | 262-291-2 |
| Prevalence | 5 products (0.01% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 20 |
Used in
Day Moisturizers 20%Face Cleansers 20%Serums 20%Shampoos 20%Wash Off Masks 20%
Frequently asked
- What does Benzyl PCA do in skincare?
- Benzyl PCA functions as a humectant agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Benzyl PCA allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Benzyl PCA?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially day moisturizers (20% of its uses).
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