Neopentyl Glycol
Neopentyl Glycol is a cosmetic ingredient used as a plasticiser, solvent agent. It is used in 24 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | NEOPENTYL GLYCOL |
| Function | PLASTICISER, SOLVENT |
| CAS number | 126-30-7 |
| EC number | 204-781-0 |
| Prevalence | 24 products (0.03% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Nail |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 260 |
Used in
Nail Care 50%Conditioners 8.3%Serums 8.3%BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizers 4.2%Blushes 4.2%General Moisturizers 4.2%
Frequently asked
- What does Neopentyl Glycol do in skincare?
- Neopentyl Glycol functions as a plasticiser, solvent agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Neopentyl Glycol allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Neopentyl Glycol?
- It is most commonly found in Nail products, especially nail care (50% of its uses).
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