Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer

Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient used as an abrasive, bulking agent. It is used in 285 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameETHYLENE/PROPYLENE COPOLYMER
FunctionABRASIVE, BULKING, FILM FORMING
CAS number9010-79-1
Prevalence285 products (0.31% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Lip Moisturizers 24.6%Eyeliners 14.4%Lipsticks 13.3%Blushes 5.3%Eyebrows 4.6%Lip Masks 4.6%

Frequently asked

What does Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer do in skincare?
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer functions as an abrasive, bulking agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially lip moisturizers (24.6% of its uses).

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