pfc-cosmetics PFC Cosmetics Espuma Micelar
pfc-cosmetics PFC Cosmetics Espuma Micelar lists 21 ingredients on its label, 16 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
Ingredients overview
Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.
Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.
- Aqua
- Polysorbate 80
- Glycerin
- Polyglyceryl-4 Caprylate/Caprate
- Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Sebacate
- Niacinamide
- Biosaccharide Gum-4
- Phenoxyethanol
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Triethanolamine
- Parfum
- Hydroxyethylcellulose
- Acacia Concinna Fruit Extract
- Balanites Aegyptiaca Fruit Extract
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Sodium Benzoate
- Potassium Sorbate
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Benzyl Salicylate
- Gypsophila Paniculata Root Extract
- Sorbic Acid
Highlights
Contains parabensContains PEGContains EU-26 allergensContains fragrance
Formulation view Aqueous system using Polysorbate 80 and betaine for gentle cleansing. Features niacinamide (approx. 2-5%) combined with Biosaccharide Gum-4 for hydration. Preservation via phenoxyethanol and poly acids, boosted by ethylhexylglycerin. Thickened with hydroxyethylcellulose. Ideal for combination to oily skin seeking fresh cleansing. Observation: High-dose niacinamide requires monitoring for sensitivity; fragrance allergens must be declared, and rinse-off residue safety is key.
Key ingredients
- SOLVENT
- Aqua
- DENATURANT
- Polysorbate 80Glycerin
- SMOOTHING
- Niacinamide
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Biosaccharide Gum-4
- ANTIMICROBIAL
- Phenoxyethanol
- ANTISTATIC
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- BUFFERING
- Triethanolamine
Other ingredients
Polyglyceryl-4 Caprylate/CapratePolyglyceryl-4 Laurate/SebacateParfumHydroxyethylcelluloseAcacia Concinna Fruit ExtractBalanites Aegyptiaca Fruit ExtractEthylhexylglycerinSodium BenzoatePotassium SorbateHydrogen PeroxideBenzyl SalicylateGypsophila Paniculata Root ExtractSorbic Acid
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqua | SOLVENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polysorbate 80 | DENATURANT, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Glycerin | DENATURANT, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, ORAL CARE, SKIN PROTECTING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, PERFUMING, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING - HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Polyglyceryl-4 Caprylate/Caprate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Sebacate | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Niacinamide | SMOOTHING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Biosaccharide Gum-4 | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Cocamidopropyl Betaine | ANTISTATIC, CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Triethanolamine | BUFFERING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, FRAGRANCE, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING · 限制 III/62 | 2 · – | Yellow |
| Parfum | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Hydroxyethylcellulose | BINDING, EMULSION STABILISING, FILM FORMING, LIGHT STABILIZER, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Acacia Concinna Fruit Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Balanites Aegyptiaca Fruit Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Ethylhexylglycerin | DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Benzoate | ANTICORROSIVE, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/1 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Potassium Sorbate | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Hydrogen Peroxide | ANTIMICROBIAL, ORAL CARE, OXIDISING · 限制 III/12 | 5 · – | Yellow |
| Benzyl Salicylate | PERFUMING, LIGHT STABILIZER · 限制 III/75 | 0 · – | Yellow |
| Gypsophila Paniculata Root Extract | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Sorbic Acid | FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/4 | 1 · – | Yellow |
Ingredients explained
- Aqua
- Solvent, main base; microbial control is critical
- Polysorbate 80
- Non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer; watch for interaction with parabens
- Glycerin
- Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives
- Polyglyceryl-4 Caprylate/Caprate
- Not decoded yet
- Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Sebacate
- Not decoded yet
- Niacinamide
- Niacinamide at 2–5%; improves texture, controls oil, brightens; high levels may cause sensitivity
- Biosaccharide Gum-4
- Moisturizing film-former enhancing water retention; bio-fermented origin, low sensitization risk
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Cocamidopropyl betaine; zwitterionic co-surfactant reducing irritation and boosting foam, common in mild cleansers.
- Triethanolamine
- Triethanolamine for buffering; restricted, limit concentration to avoid high pH and irritation
- Parfum
- Fragrance for scent; may contain allergens, caution for sensitive skin, full labeling required.
- Hydroxyethylcellulose
- Water-soluble cellulose ether for thickening and suspension stabilization; sensitive to ions, electrolytes reduce viscosity, use at pH 7-8.
- Acacia Concinna Fruit Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Balanites Aegyptiaca Fruit Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Ethylhexylglycerin
- Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel
- Sodium Benzoate
- Preservative booster, effective below pH 4.5; combinable with sorbates
- Potassium Sorbate
- Preservative effective below pH 6; combinable with sodium benzoate
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Strong oxidant for oral care or bleaching; strictly prohibited in occlusive skin applications due to burn risk
- Benzyl Salicylate
- UV absorber/light stabilizer, restricted in EU; potential sensitizer, risk assessment needed.
- Gypsophila Paniculata Root Extract
- Not decoded yet
- Sorbic Acid
- Preservative effective at low pH, often combined with sorbate salts; check regulatory limits
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-20. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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