Polybutylene Terephthalate

Polybutylene Terephthalate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a film forming, viscosity controlling agent. It is used in 27 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePOLYBUTYLENE TEREPHTHALATE
FunctionFILM FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
CAS number26062-94-2
Prevalence27 products (0.03% of dataset)
Most used inMakeup
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches1,000

Used in

Eyeshadows 48.1%Nail Care 29.6%Eyeliners 7.4%Bronzers 3.7%Lip Glosses 3.7%Lip Oils 3.7%

Frequently asked

What does Polybutylene Terephthalate do in skincare?
Polybutylene Terephthalate functions as a film forming, viscosity controlling agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Polybutylene Terephthalate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Polybutylene Terephthalate?
It is most commonly found in Makeup products, especially eyeshadows (48.1% of its uses).

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