Propylene Carbonate
Explained
This ingredient is a solvent. It helps dissolve active ingredients and alter the texture of products.
Propylene Carbonate is commonly used in makeup and with clay, such as montmorillonite or bentonite.
Studies show this ingredient to be safe for cosmetics. When it is undiluted, it can cause skin irritation. (It is always diluted in skincare and makeup). This ingredient is water-soluble.
Propylene Carbonate is created from propylene glycol and carbonic acid.
See all 3,836 products with Propylene Carbonate
What it does
Solvent
Capable of dissolving another substance.
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
4.5%
Top categories
Makeup
Sunscreens
Lip Care
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
References
Products with Propylene Carbonate
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
37268
INCI Name
PROPYLENE CARBONATE
INN Name
propylene carbonate
EC #
 203-572-1
All Functions
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
