Aqua
Pronunciation /AH-kwah/
What it is — Water. Just water — the standardized INCI label for it.
What it does — The solvent that carries everything else. Usually the first ingredient on the label.
What is it?
Water
What does it do?
Aqua is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
Often found in
- almost every water-based product
- creams
- lotions
- serums
- cleansers
Good to know
Sometimes labelled "Aqua", "Water", or "Aqua / Water / Eau" depending on which markets the product ships to. Same thing.
EU regulatory status
Aqua is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Aqua?
Aqua is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Water
Is Aqua allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Aqua is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Aqua do in cosmetic products?
Aqua is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of Aqua?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Aqua is 7732-18-5.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010