Croscarmellose

Croscarmellose is a cosmetic ingredient used as a binding, bulking agent. It is used in 8 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameCROSCARMELLOSE
FunctionBINDING, BULKING, GEL FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
CAS number9000-11-7
Prevalence8 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches720

Used in

Facial Treatments 50%Serums 12.5%Sheet Masks 12.5%Sunscreens 12.5%Wash Off Masks 12.5%

Frequently asked

What does Croscarmellose do in skincare?
Croscarmellose functions as a binding, bulking agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Croscarmellose allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Croscarmellose?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially facial treatments (50% of its uses).

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