Carbocysteine

Carbocysteine is a cosmetic ingredient used as an anti-sebum, skin conditioning agent. It is used in 6 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameCARBOCYSTEINE
FunctionANTI-SEBUM, SKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number638-23-3
EC number211-327-5
Prevalence6 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches140

Used in

Hair Masks 33.3%Shampoos 33.3%Facial Treatments 16.7%Styling Creams & Sprays 16.7%

Frequently asked

What does Carbocysteine do in skincare?
Carbocysteine functions as an anti-sebum, skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Carbocysteine allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Carbocysteine?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially hair masks (33.3% of its uses).

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