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PFAS / fluorosurfactant

PERFLUOROHEXYLETHYL ALCOHOL

28

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A fluorinated alcohol belonging to the PFAS family of persistent chemicals. Restricted under EU regulations and banned in French cosmetics due to environmental persistence and chronic toxicity uncertainties.

Skin benefits

  • Provides water-repellent finish in some formulations
  • Imparts smooth slip and gloss
  • Stable in storage

Known concerns

  • PFAS-class fluorinated substance with environmental persistence
  • EU PFAS restrictions in consumer products now in force (2026)
  • France has banned PFAS in cosmetics outright
  • FDA flagged related perfluoroalkyl materials for nervous system signals at high doses
  • Significant data gaps for chronic dermal exposure

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.