Methylsilanol PCA

Methylsilanol PCA is a cosmetic ingredient used as a humectant, 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 nameMETHYLSILANOL PCA
FunctionHUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number105883-41-8
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Foundations 50%Serums 50%

Frequently asked

What does Methylsilanol PCA do in skincare?
Methylsilanol PCA functions as a humectant, skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Methylsilanol 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 Methylsilanol PCA?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially foundations (50% of its uses).

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