Phenoxyethanol

CAS: 122-99-6 · EC: 204-589-7
Preservative
CosIng Ref: 36522 EU Restriction: V/29
💡 For reference only. Does not constitute medical advice.
Description
Acts as a preservative in skincare formulations to prevent bacterial and fungal growth, helping extend product shelf life and maintain safety. Commonly used as an alternative to parabens in cosmetic products. Generally considered safe for most users, though some individuals may experience mild skin irritation or sensitivity reactions.
Synonyms
페녹시에탄올 (ko) フェノキシエタノール (ja) 2-Phenoxyethanol PE phenoxyethanolum 苯氧乙醇 (zh)
Properties
✗ Fragrance ✓ Preservative ✗ Colorant
Safety Rating
INTERNAL 3/10 · Low Concern
Well-studied preservative, low risk

Hazard Classification (GHS/CLP)

H-Code Description Category
H302 吞嚥有害 health
H318 嚴重眼損傷 health
H335 可能刺激呼吸道 health

Found in products

Total: 13275
Product Brand Occurrences
Revolution 4 Pack Candle Set Revolution 83
OLAY Olay 81
L'Oréal Paris True Match Liquid Foundation 2N Vanilla 30ml L'Oreal Paris 43
Sanctuary Spa Signature Collection Body Scrub Sanctuary Spa 42
PIXI Glow Tonic - 100ml Pixi 38
NYX Professional Makeup Wonder Foundation Walnut NYX PMU 35
Nioxin Professional Scalp and Hair Thickening System 3 Trial Kit Nioxin Professional 29
Milani Conceal + Perfect 2-In-1 Foundation Milani 28
Sassy Scents Honey Bee Whipped Soap 115g Sassy Scents 27
ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30 50ml Elemis 26
Max Factor Miracle Touch Foundation SPF30 with Hyaluronic Acid Max Factor 26
Eaze Drop Lightweight Blurring Skin Tint — 9 Fenty Beauty 25
ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm 100g Elemis 25
Sanctuary Spa Petite Retreat Gift Set Sanctuary Spa 25
E.L.F. Soft Glam Medium Coverage Concealer 32 Medium Neutral E.l.f. Cosmetics 24
L'Oréal Paris Infallible Fresh Wear Cushion Foundation Shade 260 L'Oreal Paris 24
Maybelline Instant Eraser Eye Concealer Maybelline 24
Mua Pro/Base Lumi Tint Foundation-C3 MUA 23
Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Jet Set Sol de Janeiro 22
Advanced Night Repair Estée Lauder 21
BPerfect Cosmetics Chroma Cover Foundation Luminous - W6 BPerfect Cosmetics 20
Dr Sam's Flawless Cleanser 200ml Dr Sam's 20
Morphe Bake & Set Setting Powder Morphe 20
Maybelline New York Foundation Lifter Plump & Glow Foundation All Day Wear Maybelline 19
John Frieda Frizz Ease Dream Curls Curl Defining Crème 150Ml John Frieda 18
Maybelline Super Stay Up To 30H Lumi-Matte Foundation - 337 Maybelline 18
The POREfessional Benefit 18
Bondi Sands Self tanning Foam Dark 200ml Bondi Sands 17
Hydra Vizor Mini Broad Spectrum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Moisturizer Fenty Beauty 17
L'Oréal Paris True Match Radiant Serum Concealer 4N L'Oreal Paris 17
e.l.f. Power Grip Primer + 4% Niacinamide & Mini E.l.f. Cosmetics 16
Estée Lauder Revitalizing Supreme+ Youth Power Cream Moisturiser Refill Estee Lauder 16
Fit Me - Matte & Poreless Liquid Foundation Maybelline 16
Match Perfection Foundation Rimmel 16
Philip Kingsley Body Building Weightless Shampoo 250ml Philip Kingsley 16
Amika Hydro Rush Intense Moisture Leave-In Conditioner 200ml Amika 15
APIS Moisturizing Cream with Hyaluronic Acid 50ml Apis 15
Bright Fix Eye Brightener — Butter Fenty Beauty 15
Color Wow Root Cover Up Light Brown 2.1g Color Wow 15
L’Oréal Professionnel Serie Expert Absolut Repair Shampoo For Dehydrated Hair 300ml L'Oreal Professionnel 15
Superdrug 75ml Hair Mousse - Extra Firm Hold Superdrug 15
Superdrug 75Ml Hairspray - Firm Hold Superdrug 15
Tree Hut - Shea Sugar Scrub - Vanilla 510g TREE HUT 15
Alpecin Caffeine Shampoo 600ml Alpecin 14
Avon Power Stay 24-Hour Foundation Porcelain 120N Avon 14
Cantu Shea Butter Hydrating Cream Conditioner 400ml Cantu 14
e.l.f. Halo Glow Liquid Filter Highlighter 3 Light/Medium E.l.f. Cosmetics 14
John Frieda Profiller+ Thickening Conditioner 250Ml John Frieda 14
L'Oréal Paris Elvive Colour Protect Purple Conditioner 150ml L'Oreal Paris Elvive 14
L'Oréal Paris Infallible Skin Ink 40 Warm L'Oreal Paris 14
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