Copper PCA

Copper PCA is a cosmetic ingredient used as a humectant, skin conditioning agent. It is used in 66 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameCOPPER PCA
FunctionHUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number-
Prevalence66 products (0.07% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches70

Used in

Serums 36.4%Face Cleansers 15.2%General Moisturizers 10.6%Exfoliators 7.6%Toners 6.1%Makeup Removers 4.5%

Frequently asked

What does Copper PCA do in skincare?
Copper PCA functions as a humectant, skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Copper 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 Copper PCA?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (36.4% of its uses).

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