Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea

Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea is a cosmetic ingredient used as a preservative agent. It is used in 3 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePOLYOXYMETHYLENE GLYCOL UREA
FunctionPRESERVATIVE
CAS number64334-59-4
Prevalence3 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Emulsions 33.3%Essences 33.3%Serums 33.3%

Frequently asked

What does Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea do in skincare?
Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea functions as a preservative agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially emulsions (33.3% of its uses).

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