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Skin Conditioning

SODIUM ZINC CETYL PHOSPHATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A zinc-bearing cetyl phosphate ester used as an astringent and skin-protecting conditioner, common in oil-control and acne formulas. Generally well tolerated within EU zinc-content limits.

Function

ASTRINGENTSKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Astringent feel
  • Skin protectant
  • Useful in oil-control formulas

Known concerns

  • Zinc subject to EU Annex III caps
  • Possible local drying at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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