Butylene/Ethylene Copolymer

Butylene/Ethylene Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient used as a viscosity controlling agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameBUTYLENE/ETHYLENE COPOLYMER
FunctionVISCOSITY CONTROLLING
CAS number9019-29-8
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Blushes 50%Lip Moisturizers 50%

Frequently asked

What does Butylene/Ethylene Copolymer do in skincare?
Butylene/Ethylene Copolymer functions as a viscosity controlling agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Butylene/Ethylene Copolymer allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Butylene/Ethylene Copolymer?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially blushes (50% of its uses).

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