Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate

Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a light stabilizer, uv absorber agent. It is used in 140 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameISOAMYL P-METHOXYCINNAMATE
FunctionLIGHT STABILIZER, UV ABSORBER, UV FILTER
CAS number71617-10-2
EC number275-702-5
Prevalence140 products (0.15% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Sunscreens 75.7%BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizers 7.1%Day Moisturizers 5%Lip Moisturizers 3.6%Face Primers 1.4%Facial Treatments 1.4%

Frequently asked

What does Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate do in skincare?
Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate functions as a light stabilizer, uv absorber agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Isoamyl P-Methoxycinnamate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially sunscreens (75.7% of its uses).

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