Allowed in EU

Perlite

A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent, bulking in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Inert siliceous material consisting chiefly of silicon, aluminum, sodium and potassium oxides

What does it do?

Perlite is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

Absorbent
takes up water-based or oil-based substances
Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties

EU regulatory status

Perlite 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 Perlite?

Perlite is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Inert siliceous material consisting chiefly of silicon, aluminum, sodium and potassium oxides

Is Perlite allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Perlite is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Perlite do in cosmetic products?

Perlite is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, bulking.

What is the CAS number of Perlite?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Perlite is 130885-09-5.

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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