Hydroxyapatite
Hydroxyapatite is a cosmetic ingredient used as an abrasive, bulking agent. It is used in 94 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex). PubMed carries 2,050 studies of its skin or topical use.
| INCI name | HYDROXYAPATITE |
| Function | ABRASIVE, BULKING, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING |
| CAS number | 1306-06-5 |
| EC number | 215-145-7 |
| Prevalence | 94 products (0.1% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Makeup |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Scientific studies | 2,050 on PubMed (skin/cosmetic/topical) |
| Monthly searches | 33,100 |
Used in
Setting Spray & Powders 21.3%Sunscreens 20.2%Serums 9.6%Foundations 8.5%Eyeshadows 5.3%Blushes 4.3%
Frequently asked
- What does Hydroxyapatite do in skincare?
- Hydroxyapatite functions as an abrasive, bulking agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Hydroxyapatite allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Hydroxyapatite?
- It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially setting spray & powders (21.3% of its uses).
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