Perfluorodecalin

Perfluorodecalin is a cosmetic ingredient used as a detangling, skin conditioning agent. It is used in 50 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePERFLUORODECALIN
FunctionDETANGLING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT
CAS number306-94-5
EC number206-192-4
Prevalence50 products (0.05% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches320

Used in

Serums 24%General Moisturizers 16%Wash Off Masks 12%Grooming 10%Eye Moisturizers 8%Facial Treatments 8%

Frequently asked

What does Perfluorodecalin do in skincare?
Perfluorodecalin functions as a detangling, skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Perfluorodecalin allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Perfluorodecalin?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (24% of its uses).

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