Hydroxycinnamic Acid

Hydroxycinnamic Acid is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning agent. It is used in 6 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameHYDROXYCINNAMIC ACID
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number7400-08-0
EC number231-000-0
Prevalence6 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches320

Used in

Serums 33.3%Essences 16.7%Eye Masks 16.7%Facial Treatments 16.7%Toners 16.7%

Frequently asked

What does Hydroxycinnamic Acid do in skincare?
Hydroxycinnamic Acid functions as a skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Hydroxycinnamic Acid allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Hydroxycinnamic Acid?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (33.3% of its uses).

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