Perfluorohexane
Perfluorohexane is a cosmetic ingredient used as a solvent agent. It is used in 17 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | PERFLUOROHEXANE |
| Function | SOLVENT |
| CAS number | 355-42-0 |
| EC number | 206-585-0 |
| Prevalence | 17 products (0.02% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 390 |
Used in
Wash Off Masks 29.4%General Moisturizers 23.5%Serums 23.5%Facial Treatments 11.8%Body Lotions 5.9%Lip Moisturizers 5.9%
Frequently asked
- What does Perfluorohexane do in skincare?
- Perfluorohexane functions as a solvent agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Perfluorohexane allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Perfluorohexane?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially wash off masks (29.4% of its uses).
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