What does Pyrophyllite do in skincare?

Pyrophyllite functions as an abrasive, absorbent agent in cosmetic formulas.

Is Pyrophyllite allowed in cosmetics?

Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.

What products contain Pyrophyllite?

It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially makeup removers (100% of its uses).

Pyrophyllite

Pyrophyllite is a cosmetic ingredient used as an abrasive, absorbent agent. It is used in 1 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI name	PYROPHYLLITE
Function	ABRASIVE, ABSORBENT, OPACIFYING
CAS number	12269-78-2 / 113349-10-3 / 113349-11-4 / 113349-12-5 / 141040-73-5 / 141040-74-6
EC number	215-475-1
Prevalence	1 products (0% of dataset)
Most used in	Skincare
EU status	Restricted (annex )
Monthly searches	590

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Frequently asked

What does Pyrophyllite do in skincare?: Pyrophyllite functions as an abrasive, absorbent agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Pyrophyllite allowed in cosmetics?: Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Pyrophyllite?: It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially makeup removers (100% of its uses).

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