Oxidized Polyethylene

Oxidized Polyethylene is a cosmetic ingredient used as a viscosity controlling agent. It is used in 3 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameOXIDIZED POLYETHYLENE
FunctionVISCOSITY CONTROLLING
CAS number68441-17-8
Prevalence3 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inNail
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches30

Used in

Nail Care 66.7%Lip Glosses 33.3%

Frequently asked

What does Oxidized Polyethylene do in skincare?
Oxidized Polyethylene functions as a viscosity controlling agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Oxidized Polyethylene allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Oxidized Polyethylene?
It is most commonly found in Nail products, especially nail care (66.7% of its uses).

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