Decene

Decene is a cosmetic ingredient used as a solvent, viscosity controlling agent. It is used in 1 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameDECENE
FunctionSOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
CAS number872-05-9
EC number212-819-2
Prevalence1 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches210

Used in

Face Cleansers 100%

Frequently asked

What does Decene do in skincare?
Decene functions as a solvent, viscosity controlling agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Decene allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Decene?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (100% of its uses).

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