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Cosmetics Unmasked Ingredients C

These pages list over 6,000 cosmetic ingredients. We have listed over 2,000 ingredients in 'Cosmetics Unmasked', including all of the potentially harmful chemicals and many of the more commonly used cosmetic ingredients. The expression, 'See Cosmetics Unmasked' does not imply that a particular ingredient is included in our book. Clearly, in a book of 404 pages it is impossible to include all 6,000+ ingredients, therefore, if an ingredient is not listed in our book it means that it has no currently known harmful effects and its use in cosmetics is not restricted in any way, or it may be a new ingredient which we have not yet investigated.


The international chemical hazard symbol indicates that there is a potential risk associated with this ingredient. It could be a mild irritant or cause allergic reactions or adverse skin reactions, it could be potentially toxic or carcinogenic, or there may be a risk of contamination with harmful by-products which are formed during manufacture. It could also indicate that there are restrictions on the use of the ingredient. The omission of this symbol does not imply that an ingredient is safe for all individuals. For full details of these particular ingredients and many more, read Cosmetics Unmasked.

Alphabetical lists of Cosmetic Ingredients starting with:

[1-9] [A] [B] [C] [D] [EFG] [H] [IJK]
[L] [M] [NO] [P] [QR] [S] [T] [U-Z]


C6-14 Polyolefin
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C7-8 Isoparaffin
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C8-9 Isoparaffin
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C9-11 Alcohols
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum or from fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C9-11 Isoparaffin
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C9-11 Pareth-3
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C9-11 Pareth-6
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C9-11 Pareth-8
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C9-13 Isoparaffin
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C9-14 Isoparaffin
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C10-11 Isoparaffin
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C10-13 Alkane
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C10-13 Isoparaffin
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C10-14 Alkyl Benzenesulfonic Acid
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C10-18 Triglycerides
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and glycerin.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C10-30 Cholesterol / Lanosterol Esters
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and sterols obtained from animal sources.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-12 Isoparaffin
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-13 Isoparaffin
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-15 Pareth-3
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-15 Pareth-3 Oleate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum, fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-15 Pareth-3 Stearate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum, fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-15 Pareth-5
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-15 Pareth-7
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-15 Pareth-7 Carboxylic Acid
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-15 Pareth-9
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-15 Pareth-12
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-15 Pareth-12 Stearate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum, fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-15 Pareth-15
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-15 Pareth-20
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-15 Pareth-30
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-15 Pareth-40
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-21-Pareth-3
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C11-21-Pareth-10
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-13 Alcohols
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum or fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-13 Alkyl Lactate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and lactic acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-13 Alkyl Octanoate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-13 Pareth-3
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-13 Pareth-4
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-13 Pareth-5 Carboxylic Acid
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-13 Pareth-7
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-13 Pareth-8 Carboxylic Acid
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-13 Pareth-9
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-13 Pareth-10
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-13 Pareth-10 Phosphate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-13 Pareth-15
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-13 Pareth-23
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-14 Isoparaffin
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-14 Pareth-3
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-14 Pareth- 7
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-14 Pareth-12
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Alcohols
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum or fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser /Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Alkyl Lactate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and lactic acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Alkyl Octanoate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Alkyl Salicylate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and salicylic acid.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Pareth-2
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Pareth-2 Phosphate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Pareth-3
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Pareth-4
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Pareth-5
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Pareth-7
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Pareth-7 Carboxylic Acid
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Pareth-8 Carboxylic Acid
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Pareth-8 Phosphate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Pareth-9
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Pareth- 9 hydrogenated tallowate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Pareth-10 Phosphate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Pareth-11
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Pareth-12
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-15 Pareth-12 Oleate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum, fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-16 Alcohols
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum or fatty acids.
Function: Antistatic agent / Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-16 Pareth-6 Phosphate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-18 Acid Triglyceride
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and glycerin.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C13-14 Isoparaffin
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C13-16 Isoparaffin
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C14-15 Alcohols
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum or fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C14-15 Pareth-7
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C14-15 Pareth-8 Carboxylic Acid
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C14-15 Pareth-11
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C14-15 Pareth-13
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C14-16 Glycol Palmitate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C14-17 Alkane
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C14-20 Isoalkylamidopropylethyldimonium Ethosulfate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C15-18 Glycol
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsion stabiliser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C18-20 Glycol Isostearate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C18-22 Isoalkylamidopropylethyldimonium Ethosulfate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C18-28 Alkyl Acetate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C18-36 Acid
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C18-36 Acid Glycol Ester
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C18-36 Acid Triglyceride
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and glycerin made to resemble a natural fat.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C18-38 Alkyl Beeswax
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and fatty acids obtained from beeswax.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C18-38 Alkyl C24-54 Acid Ester
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and fatty acids.
Function: Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and fatty acids.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C18-70 Isoparaffin
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C20-30 Glycol Isostearate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C20-40 Alcohols
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C20-40 Alkyl Behenate
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C20-40 Isoparaffin
Origin: Mixture of hydrocarbons (mineral oils) derived from petroleum.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C20-40 Pareth-3
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C20-40 Pareth-10
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C20-40 Pareth-40
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C22-24 Pareth-33
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Emulsion stabiliser / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C24-28 Alkyl Methicone
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and synthetic silicones.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C29-70 Acid
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C30-45 Alkyl Methicone
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and synthetic silicones.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C30-50 Alcohols
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C30-50 Pareth-3
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C30-50 Pareth-10
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C30-50 Pareth-40
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C40-60 Acid
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C40-60 Alcohols
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C40-60 Pareth-3
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

C40-60 Pareth-10
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds derived from petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cabbage Rose Extract
Origin: A natural plant extract.
Function: Fragrance
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caffeine
Origin: A natural stimulant extracted from tea leaves or coffee.
Function: Trivial additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caffeine Benzoate
Origin: Synthetic compound of benzoic acid and caffeine, a natural stimulant extracted from tea leaves or coffee.
Function: Trivial additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cakile Maritima
Origin: Extracts obtained from Cakile maritima or Sea Rocket, a member of the cabbage (Cruciferae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calamine
Origin: A natural mineral, primarily zinc oxide, sometimes mixed with iron (III) oxide (ferric oxide). May be prepared synthetically.
Function: Absorbent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium / Sodium PVM / MA Copolymer
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Film former
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Acetate
Origin: A simple salt prepared from ethanoic (acetic) acid (vinegar) and basic calcium compounds such as lime or chalk.
Function: Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Alginate
Origin: A salt of alginic acid, usually obtained from seaweed.
Function: Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Behenate
Origin: A salt of a fatty acid.
Function: Opacifier / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Benzoate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Carbonate
Origin: A natural mineral, chalk, limestone or marble. May be prepared synthetically.
Function: Abrasive / pH control / Opacifier / Oral care agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Carrageenan
Origin: A salt of carrageenan, usually obtained from the edible red seaweed, carrageen (also called carragheen or carageen or Irish Moss).
Function: Emulsion stabiliser / Film former / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Caseinate
Origin: A salt derived from milk proteins.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Chloride
Origin: A simple salt, usually prepared synthetically.
Function: Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Disodium EDTA
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Chelating agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Fluoride
Origin: A natural mineral, fluorite. May be prepared synthetically.
Function: Oral care agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Gluconate
Origin: A salt derived from glucose.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Glycerophosphate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Oral care agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Hydroxide
Origin: Hydrated (slaked) lime, obtained primarily from limestone.
Function: pH control
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Lactate
Origin: An insoluble salt of lactic acid.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Laurate
Origin: A insoluble salt of a fatty acid.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Lignosulfonate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from the walls of plant cells.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Monofluorophosphate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Oral care agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Montanate
Origin: The calcium salts of fatty acids obtained from montan-wax.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Myristate
Origin: The calcium salt of a fatty acid.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Oxide
Origin: Synthetic compound (quick lime) obtained by roasting limestone at high temperatures.
Function: pH control
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Pantetheine Sulfonate
Origin:
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Pantothenate
Origin: A salt of pantothenic acid, a vitamin of the B complex.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Paraben
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Phosphate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Abrasive / pH control / Oral care agent / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Propionate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Pyrophosphate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Abrasive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Saccharin
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Oral care agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Salicylate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Silicate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Absorbent / Opacifier / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Sorbate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Stearate
Origin: Insoluble salt of a fatty acid.
Function: White Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Stearoyl Lactylate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Sulfate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Abrasive / Opacifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Sulfide
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Depilatory agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Tartarate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Thioglycolate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Depilatory agent / Reducing agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Titanate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calcium Undecylenate
Origin: Insoluble salt of a fatty acid.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calendula Officinalis
Origin: Oils obtained from Calendula officinalis or Garden Marigold, a plant of the daisy (Compositae) family.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calgon
Origin: A complex sodium salt of phosphoric acid, usually prepared synthetically.
Function: Water softener
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Callagen / Elastin
Origin: An animal protein, extracted from the layers of skin and artery walls of mammals.
Function: Moisture binder
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Callitris Quadrivalvis
Origin: A brittle yellow resin, Sandarac (used to make varnish and incense), obtained from the pine tree Callitris quadrivalvis or Sandarac (or sandarach), a member of the Cupressaceae family.
Function: Emulsion stabiliser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calluna Vulgaris
Origin: Obtained from Calluna vulgaris or Common Heather, a member of the heath (Ericaceae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Calophyllum Tacamahaca
Origin: A natural oil obtained from the plant, Calophyllum tacamahaca.
Function: Emollient / Demulcent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cameilia Extract
Origin: Extract of a tropical evergreen shrub.
Function: Scent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Camelia Oleifera
Origin: Extracts obtained from Camelia oleifera, an evergreen, flowering shrub of the camelia (Theaceae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Camelia Sinensis
Origin: Tea is obtained from Camelia sinensis or Thea chinensis, a member of the Theaceae family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Camelina Sativa
Origin: Oils obtained from Camelina sativa or 'Gold of Pleasure', a short, flowering plant of the cabbage (Cruciferae) family.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Camphor
Origin: Natural extract from the wood of the camphor tree or it can be made synthetically from pine.
Function: Denaturant / Film former
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Camphor Benzalkonium Methosulfate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: U.V. absorber
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Camphylcyclohexanol
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cananga Extract
Origin: A plant extract similar to Ylang-ylang.
Function: Fragrance / Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cananga Odorata
Origin: Oils obtained from Ylang-ylang or Cananga odorata, a plant of the Annonaceae family.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Candelilla Cera
Origin: Candelilla wax extracted from Euphorbia antisiphylitica or Pedilanthus pavonis, both trees of the Euphorbiaceae family.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Film former
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Canola
Origin: Canola oil extracted from Brassica napus or Rape, an intensively cultivated, short, flowering plant of the cabbage (Cruciferae) family.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Canola Oil Glyceride
Origin: A mixture of fatty and oily compounds extracted from Brassica napus or Rape, an intensively cultivated, short, flowering plant of the cabbage (Cruciferae) family.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Canolamidopropyl Betaine
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from canola oil.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Canolamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from canola oil.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Canthaxanthin
Origin: A natural yellow/orange pigment obtained from some varieties of mushroom and from flamingo feathers. (Pronounced can-tha-zan-thin.)
Function: Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capparis Spinosa
Origin: Extract of Capers, obtained from the flower buds of Capparis spinosa, a Mediterranean member of the Capparidaceae family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caprae Lac
Origin: Goat's milk.
Function: Biological additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capramide DEA
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Antistatic agent / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capric Acid
Origin: A fatty acid which may be prepared synthetically from petroleum.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caproic Acid
Origin: A fatty acid which may be prepared synthetically from petroleum.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capryl Glycol
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Humectant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capryl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capryleth-4 Carboxylic Acid
Origin: Synthetic compound derived from ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capryleth-6 Carboxylic Acid
Origin: Synthetic compound derived from ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capryleth-9 Carboxylic Acid
Origin: Synthetic compound derived from ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caprylic / Capric / Diglyceryl Succinate
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from coconut oil extracts.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caprylic / Capric / Lauric Triglyceride
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from coconut oil extracts.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caprylic / Capric / Linoleic Triglyceride
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from coconut oil extracts.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caprylic / Capric / Myristic / Stearic Triglyceride
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from coconut oil extracts.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caprylic / Capric / Stearic Triglyceride
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from coconut oil extracts.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caprylic / Capric Glycerides
Origin: Compounds sometimes extracted from coconut oil.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caprylic / Capric Triglyceride
Origin: Compounds sometimes extracted from coconut oil.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Solvent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caprylic / Capric Triglyceride
Origin: Extract of coconut oil
Function: Emollient
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caprylic / Capric Triglyceride PEG-4 Esters
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from coconut oil extracts and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caprylic Acid
Origin: A fatty acid which may be prepared synthetically from petroleum.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caprylic Alcohol
Origin: An alcohol derived from a fatty acid or from petroleum.
Function: Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capryloyl Collagen Amino Acids
Origin: Esters derived from caprylic acid and amino acids obtained from animal proteins.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capryloyl Glycine
Origin: An ester derived from caprylic acid and the amino acid glycine.
Function: Biological additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capryloyl Hydrolyzed Collagen
Origin: Esters derived from caprylic acid and amino acids obtained from animal proteins.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capryloyl Hydrolyzed Keratin
Origin: Esters derived from caprylic acid and amino acids obtained from animal proteins.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capryloyl Keratin Amino Acids
Origin: Esters derived from caprylic acid and amino acids obtained from animal proteins.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
Origin: Esters derived from caprylic acid and salicylic acid.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caprylyl / Capryl Glucoside
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids and sugars.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caprylyl Hydroxyethyl Imidazoline
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caprylyl Pyrrolidone
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capsanthin / Capsorubin
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Orange Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capsella Bursa Pastoris
Origin: Obtained from Capsella bursa-pastoris or Shepherd's Purse, a member of the cabbage (Cruciferae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capsicum Frutescens
Origin: Resins or oils obtained from Capsicum frutescens and related plants that are members of the pepper (Solanaceae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Capsicum Oleoresin
Origin: Resins or oils obtained from Capsicum frutescens and related plants that are members of the pepper (Solanaceae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caramel
Origin: Obtained by the controlled heat treatment of various sugars or by treating the sugars with food-grade acids, alkalis, or salts. Anti-foaming agents may be present as impurities of manufacture.
Function: Brown Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carba-mix
Origin: Mixture of synthetic compounds, primarily diphenylquanidine, zinc dibutyldithiocarbamate and zinc diethyldithiocarbamate.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carbenia Benedicta
Origin: Extracts obtained from Cnicus benedictus, a member of the daisy (Compositae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carbocysteine
Origin: A natural extract.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carbomer
Origin: Synthetic compound (polymer).
Function: Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carbon Dioxide
Origin: A gas that makes up approximately 0.03% of air. It is also manufactured industrially.
Function: Propellant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carbopol
Origin: Synthetic compounds (polymers - Carbomer 940/941/934).
Function: Thickening agents
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carboxyethyl Aminobutyric Acid
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carboxymethyl Chitin
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from chitin, a cellulose-like compound found in fungi and in the shells of arthropods. Chitin is primarily extracted from the shells of crabs.
Function: Biological additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carboxymethyl Chitosan
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from chitin, a cellulose-like compound found in fungi and in the shells of arthropods. Chitin is primarily extracted from the shells of crabs.
Function: Biological additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carboxymethyl Chitosan Succinamide
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from chitin, a cellulose-like compound found in fungi and in the shells of arthropods. Chitin is primarily extracted from the shells of crabs.
Function: Film former / Humectant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carboxymethyl Dextran
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Biological additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carboxymethyl Hydroxyethylcellulose
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Film former / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carboxymethyl Hydroxypropyl Guar
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carboxymethyl Isostearamidopropyl Morpholine
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cardamon
Origin: Extracts from cardamon, a plant of the ginger (Zingiberaceae) family.
Function: Fragrance / Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carica Papaya
Origin: Papaya fruit, obtained from Carica papaya, a member of the Caricaceae family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carmine
Origin: Modified natural dye obtained from a female cochineal beetle - Carmine (E 120, Carminic Acid, Carmine of Cochineal).
Function: Red colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carnauba
Origin: Carnauba wax derived from Copernicia cerifera, Palmae or the waxy leaves of the Brazilian Wax Palm (Ceroxylon andicola).
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Film former
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carnitine
Origin: A naturally occurring compound.
Function: Biological additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carnosol (Carnosol Extract or Carnosol Acid)
Origin: Extract from the herb, Rosemary.
Function: Trivial biologica additive / Alleged antioxidant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carotene
Origin: Pro-vitamin A. May be prepared synthetically.
Function: Trivial additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carpronium Chloride
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carrageenan
Origin: Natural extract obtained from the edible red seaweed, carrageen (also called carragheen or carageen or Irish Moss).
Function: Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carrot oil
Origin: An oil obtained from plants of the carrot family and their seeds.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carthamus Tinctorius
Origin: Safflower oil and other extracts obtained from Carthamus tinctorius or Safflower, a plant of the daisy (Compositae) family.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carum Carvi
Origin: Extracts obtained from Carum carvi or Caraway seeds, a member of the carrot (Umbelliferae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carum Petroselinum
Origin: Parsley seed oil or parsley extract, a member of the carrot (Umbelliferae) family. Irritant. Can cause allergic contact dermatitis.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carvone
Origin: A natural fragrance found in mandarin peel oil. A similar compound, dl-Carvone is found in gingergrass oil
Function: Additive / Fragrance
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Carya Illinoensis
Origin: Woody particles and fibers obtained from Carya Illinoensis, also known as Pecan, Pecan Hicory, Sweet Pecan, Illinois Nut.
Function: Abrasive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Casein
Origin: A complex combination of several proteins, phosphorus, and calcium, usually obtained from milk.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cassia Auriculata
Origin: Obtained from leaves or seed pods of Cassia auriculata of the Senna group, a laxative member of the pea (Leguminosae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cassia Italica
Origin: Obtained from leaves or seed pods of Cassia obovata of the Senna group, a laxative member of the pea (Leguminosae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Castanea Sativa
Origin: Obtained from Castanea sativa or Sweet Chestnut, a member of the beech (Fagaceae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Castor Oil
Origin: Natural oil obtained from the castor bean.
Function: Emollient
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Catalase
Origin: A naturally occurring enzyme.
Function: Used to decompose excess hydrogen peroxide in contact lens cleaning solutions.
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caulerpa Taxifolia Extract
Origin: Extracts obtained from algae.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Caulophyllum Thalictroides
Origin: Extracts obtained from Caulophyllum thalictroides, a member of the barberry (Berberidaceae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceanothus Americanus
Origin: Obtained from Ceanothus americanus or Buckthorn, a member of the buckthorn (Rhamnaceae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cedarwood
Origin: Extracts of the cedar tree.
Function: Fragrance / Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Celandine
Origin: Extracts obtained from Chelidonium majus or Greater Celandine, a flowering plant of the poppy (Papaveraceae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cellulose
Origin: A complex polysaccharide found in the walls of plant cells. Usually obtained from fibrous or woody plant material.
Function: Absorbent / Opacifier / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cellulose Acetate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from cellulose obtained from plant material.
Function: Film former
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cellulose Acetate Butyrate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from cellulose obtained from plant material.
Function: Film former
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cellulose Acetate Propionate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from cellulose obtained from plant material.
Function: Film former
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cellulose Acetate Propionate Carboxylate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from cellulose obtained from plant material.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cellulose Gum
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from cellulose obtained from plant material.
Function: Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Film former / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Centaurea Cyanus
Origin: Obtained from Centaurea cyanus or Cornflower, a member of the daisy (Compositae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Centaurium Erythraea
Origin: Obtained from Centaurium erythraea or Common Gentian, a member of the gentian (Gentianaceae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Centella Asiatica
Origin: Obtained from Hydrocotyle asiatica related to the Pennywort, a member of the carrot (Umbelliferae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cera Alba
Origin: Beeswax obtained from the honeycomb of the bee. It consists primarily of myricyl palmitate, cerotic acid and esters, and some high molecular weight hydrocarbons.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier / Film former
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cera Microcristallina
Origin: Various waxes obtained from petroleum.
Function: Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Opacifier / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceramides (e.g. Ceramide 3)
Origin: A fatty compound that occurs naturally in skin. It can be obtained from animal skin or prepared artificially.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceratonia Siliqua
Origin: Carob gum obtained from the carob tree, Ceratonia siliqua, a member of the pea (Leguminosae) family.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Film former / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceresin
Origin: A complex combination of waxy hydrocarbons produced by the purification of ozocerite with sulfuric acid followed by filtration through animal charcoal.
Function: Antistatic agent / Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Opacifier / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cereus Grandiflorus
Origin: Obtained from Selenicereus grandiflorus, an American cactus (Cactaceae).
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cerotic Acid
Origin: A fatty acid.
Function: Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetalkonium Chloride
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetearalkonium Bromide
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-2
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-2 Phosphate
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-3
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-4
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-4 Phosphate
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-5
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-5 Phosphate
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-6
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-7
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-8
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-9
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-10
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-10 Phosphate
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-11
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-12
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-13
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-15
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-16
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-17
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-18
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-20
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-22
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-23
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-25
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-25 Carboxylic Acid
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-27
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-28
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-29
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-30
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-33
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-34
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-40
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-50
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-55
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-60
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-80
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteareth-100
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds obtained from fatty acids and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetearyl Alcohol
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier / Emulsion stabiliser / Opacifier / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetearyl Behenate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetearyl Candelillate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from candelilla wax and fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetearyl Glucoside
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids and sugars.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetearyl Isononanoate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetearyl Octanoate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetearyl Palmitate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetearyl Polyglucose
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids and glucose.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetearyl Stearate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-1
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-2
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-3
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-4
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-5
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-6
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-8 Phosphate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-10
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-12
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-14
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-15
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-16
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-20
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-24
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-25
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-30
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Ceteth-45
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetethyl Morpholinium Ethosulfate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Antimicrobial / Antistatic agent / Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetethyldimonium Bromide
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Antimicrobial / Antistatic agent / Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetoleth-6
Origin: Synthetic compound derived from ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetoleth-11
Origin: Synthetic compound derived from ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetoleth-15
Origin: Synthetic compound derived from ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetoleth-22
Origin: Synthetic compound derived from ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetoleth-24
Origin: Synthetic compound derived from ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetoleth-25
Origin: Synthetic compound derived from ethylene oxide.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetraria Islandica
Origin: Extracts obtained from Cetraria islandica or Icelandic Lichen.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetrimonium Bromide
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetrimonium Chloride
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetrimonium Methosulfate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetrimonium Saccharinate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetrimonium Tosylate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Antimicrobial / Antistatic agent / Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Acetate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Acetyl Ricinoleate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Alcohol
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier / Opacifier / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Betaine
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Antistatic agent / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl C12-15-Pareth-9 Carboxylate
Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids, petroleum and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Caprylate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Dimethicone
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and synthetic silicones.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Dimethicone Copolyol
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and synthetic silicones.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Esters
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from a fatty acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Glycol
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Glycol Isostearate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid.
Function: Film former
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Isononanoate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Lactate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and lactic acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Laurate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Myristate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Octanoate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Oleate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Palmitate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Phosphate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and phosphoric acid.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl PPG-2 Isodeceth-7 Carboxylate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids and propylene glycol.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Pyrrolidonylmethyl Dimonium Chloride
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Ricinoleate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl Stearate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Decanamide
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and propylene glycol.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetyl-PG Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a fatty acid and propylene glycol.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetylamine Hydrofluoride
Origin: Semisynthetic compound (Hexaflur).
Function: Anti-bacterial oral care agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetylarachidol
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cetylpyridinium Chloride
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from fatty acids.
Function: Antimicrobial / Antistatic agent / Deodorant / Emulsifier / Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chaenomeles Japonica
Origin: Obtained from Chaenomeles japonica known a Quince or Japonica.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chalk
Origin: A naturally occurring mineral which may be prepared synthetically.
Function: Abrasive / Absorbent / Opacifier / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chamomile Extract
Origin: Extract obtained from the flowers of anthemis nobilis (Chamomile).
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chamomilla Recutita
Origin: Oils obtained from Matricaria recutita or Scented Mayweed, a short, flowering plant of the daisy (Compositae) family. This ingredient is often mistaken for Chamomile extract.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Charcoal
Origin: Finely divided and purified carbon obtained by roasing wood in the absence of air.
Function: Absorbant / Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chaulmoogra Oil
Origin: A naturally occurring oil from the seeds of the Asian Taraktogenos tree.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chelidonium Majus
Origin: Extract obtained from Chelidonium majus or Greater Celandine, a flowering plant of the poppy (Papaveraceae) family.
Function: Antidandruff agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chenopodium Ambrosioides
Origin: Extracts obtained from Chenopodium ambrosioides, an annual plant of the goosefoot (Chenopodiaceae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chenopodium Quinoa
Origin: Extracts obtained from Chenopodium quinoa, an annual plant of the goosefoot (Chenopodiaceae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chimyl Alcohol
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chimyl Isostearate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chimyl Stearate
Origin: Semisynthetic compound.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chitin
Origin: A cellulose-like compound found in fungi and in the shells of arthropods. It is primarily extracted from the shells of crabs.
Function: Biological additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chitosan
Origin: Chemically modified chitin. Chitin is a cellulose-like compound found in fungi and in the shells of arthropods. It is primarily extracted from the shells of crabs.
Function: Biological additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chitosan Lactate
Origin: A semisynthetic compound derived from chemically modified chitin. Chitin is a cellulose-like compound found in fungi and in the shells of arthropods. It is primarily extracted from the shells of crabs.
Function: Biological additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chitosan PCA
Origin: A semisynthetic compound derived from chemically modified chitin. Chitin is a cellulose-like compound found in fungi and in the shells of arthropods. It is primarily extracted from the shells of crabs.
Function: Humectant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chitosan Succinamide
Origin: A semisynthetic compound derived from chemically modified chitin. Chitin is a cellulose-like compound found in fungi and in the shells of arthropods. It is primarily extracted from the shells of crabs.
Function: Film former
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chloramine-T
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Antimicrobial
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chloramphenicol
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Antibiotic
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chlorella
Origin: Extract of the green algae, Chlorella.
Function: Biological additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chlorella Fermentation Extract
Origin: Extract of the fermented green algae, Chlorella.
Function: Biological additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chlorhexidine
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chlorhexidine Diacetate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chlorhexidine Digluconate
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chlorhexidine Dihydrochloride
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chlorinated Phenols
Origin: Synthetic compounds, often a mixture including bromo and iodophenols.
Function: Antiseptic
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chloroacetamide
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chlorobutanol
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chlorogenic Acids
Origin: Naturally occurring compounds that the enzyme, hematin which oxidizes retinoic acid.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chlorophene
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chlorophyll
Origin: Obtained from the green pigment in the leaves of plants.
Function: Green pigment / Trivial botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chlorothymol
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Antimicrobial / Denaturant / Deodorant / Oral care agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chloroxylenol
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chlorphenesin
Origin: Synthetic compound.
Function: Preservative
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cholecalciferol Polypeptide
Origin: Semisynthetic compound derived from a D vitamin and protein fragments.
Function: Antistatic agent
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cholesterol
Origin: A naturally occurring sterol found in animal tissue and the yolks of eggs.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cholesterol Escin Complex
Origin: A mixture of cholesterol, from animal sources and escin, extracted from Horse Chestnut.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cholesteryl / Behenyl / Octyldodecyl Lauroyl Glutamate
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from cholesterol, fatty acids and the amino acid, glutamic acid.
Function: Surfactant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cholesteryl Chloride
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from cholesterol.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cholesteryl Dichlorobenzoate
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from cholesterol.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cholesteryl Hydroxystearate
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from cholesterol and a fatty acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cholesteryl Isostearate
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from cholesterol and a fatty acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cholesteryl Macadamiate
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from cholesterol and a fatty acids obtained from macadamia nuts.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cholesteryl Nonanoate
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from cholesterol and a fatty acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cholesteryl Oleyl Carbonate
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from cholesterol and a fatty acid.
Function: Additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Cholesteryl Stearate
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from cholesterol and a fatty acid.
Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Choleth-10
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from cholesterol and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Choleth-20
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from cholesterol and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Choleth-24
Origin: Semisynthetic compounds derived from cholesterol and ethylene oxide.
Function: Emulsifier
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Choline
Origin: A vitamin of the B complex.
Function: Biological additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chondrus Crispus
Origin: Irish Moss (Chondrus crispus seaweed) from which the complex carbohydrate, carrageenan is extracted.
Function: Viscosity adjuster
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chromium Hydroxide Green
Origin: Synthetic pigment (CI 77289).
Function: Hair dye
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chromium Oxide Greens
Origin: Synthetic pigment (CI 77288).
Function: Hair dye
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chrysanthemum Extract
Origin: Various extracts of chrysanthemums.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

Chrysanthemum Parthenium
Origin: Obtained from Chrysanthemum parthenium or Feverfew, a chrysanthemum of the daisy (Compositae) family.
Function: Botanical additive
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 10006
Origin: Synthetic dye.
Function: Green Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 10020
Origin: Synthetic dye (Naphthol Green B).
Function: Green Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 10316
Origin: Synthetic dye (Naphthol Yellow S, Acid Yellow 1, D&C Yellow #7) and aluminum lake.
Function: Yellow Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 11680
Origin: Synthetic azo dye.
Function: Yellow Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 11710
Origin: Synthetic azo dye.
Function: Yellow Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 11725
Origin: Synthetic azo dye.
Function: Orange Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 11920
Origin: Synthetic azo dye (Sudan Orange G).
Function: Orange Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 12010
Origin: Synthetic azo dye.
Function: Red Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 12085
Origin: Synthetic azo dye (Pigment Red 4, D&C Red #36).
Function: Red Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 12120
Origin: Synthetic azo dye (Toluidine Red).
Function: Red Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 12150
Origin: Synthetic azo dye.
Function: Red Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 12370
Origin: Synthetic azo dye.
Function: Red Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 12420
Origin: Synthetic azo dye.
Function: Red Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 12480
Origin: Synthetic azo dye.
Function: br Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 12490
Origin: Synthetic azo dye.
Function: Red Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 12700
Origin: Synthetic azo dye.
Function: Yellow Colorant
Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'

CI 13015