Isopropyl PCA

Isopropyl PCA is a cosmetic ingredient used as a humectant agent. It is used in 5 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameISOPROPYL PCA
FunctionHUMECTANT
CAS number85136-11-4
Prevalence5 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inBody
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Body Treatments 20%Foundations 20%General Moisturizers 20%Hair Serums 20%Nail Care 20%

Frequently asked

What does Isopropyl PCA do in skincare?
Isopropyl PCA functions as a humectant agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Isopropyl PCA allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Isopropyl PCA?
It is most commonly found in Body products, especially body treatments (20% of its uses).

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