Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene

Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene is a cosmetic ingredient used as a depilatory agent. It is used in 121 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameHYDROGENATED POLYCYCLOPENTADIENE
FunctionDEPILATORY
Prevalence121 products (0.13% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Lipsticks 15.7%Blushes 10.7%Eyeshadows 9.9%Concealers 7.4%Lip Moisturizers 6.6%Highlighters 5.8%

Frequently asked

What does Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene do in skincare?
Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene functions as a depilatory agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially lipsticks (15.7% of its uses).

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