Perfluorohexyl ethylphosphonic acid

Ingredient type: OTHER

✨ Role: Perfluorohexyl Ethylphosphonic Acid is used in cosmetic products primarily to provide water-repellent properties. This means that this ingredient helps create a protective barrier on the skin, making it water-resistant and prolonging the efficacy of other active ingredients.

Type of ingredient : Water repellent

‍⚕️ Safety: This ingredient is considered safe, but research into its environmental impact and accumulation potential is ongoing.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally synthetic and suitable for vegan formulas.

✨ Please note: Although not very irritating for most, individual sensitivity remains possible. Some concerns have been raised about the long-term impact of perfluorinated compounds (PFAS) on health and the environment.

Found in: This ingredient is found in certain waterproof products such as long-lasting foundations, make-up and suncare products.