Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol

Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameHYDROXYBENZYL ALCOHOL
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number623-05-2
EC number210-768-0
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches20

Used in

Eyeliners 50%Overnight Masks 50%

Frequently asked

What does Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol do in skincare?
Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol functions as a skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially eyeliners (50% of its uses).

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