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 name | COPPER PCA |
| Function | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING |
| CAS number | - |
| Prevalence | 66 products (0.07% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 70 |
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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