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Hydroxyethylcellulose

Korean: 하이드록시에틸셀룰로오스 · Functions: binding, emulsion stabilising, film forming, light stabilizer, viscosity controlling

KR South Korea (MFDS)

No specific rule on file.

EU European Union (CosIng)

No specific rule on file.

US United States (FDA)

No specific rule on file. The FDA regulates few cosmetic ingredients by name; no rule does not mean approval.

Our noteA cellulose-based thickener for gels.

Products listing Hydroxyethylcellulose

Round Lab 1025 Dokdo Peeling Gel Toner
0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2
Cos De BAHA 15% Azelaic Acid High-Strength Serum with MSM for Acne, Hyperpigmentation & Skin Clarity 30ml Toner
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
APRILSKIN 40% Collagen Peptide Plumping Serum Serum
0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2
Missha 4D Mascara Other
0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2
COSRX AC Collection Blemish Care Sheet Mask Mask
0 2 2 0 0 0 0 4
JMsolution Active Jellyfish Vital Mask (10 Sheets) Mask
0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2
JMsolution Active Pink Snail Regenerating Mask (10 sheets) Mask
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
COSRX Advanced Snail Mucin Power Sheet Mask 10 Sheets Mask
0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2
Mamonde Age Control Camellia Ampoule Mask 23ml*1ea Mask
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Missha Airy Fit Sheet Mask (Aloe) 20 PK Mask
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Missha Airy Fit Sheet Mask Aloe & Pomegranate 10 PK Mask
0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1
Missha Airy Fit Sheet Mask Rice & Green Tea 10 PK Mask
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Dr.Althea Aqua Blue Hydration Mask (Pack of 4) Mask
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
belif Aqua Bomb Sleeping Mask Mask
0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1
Rovectin Aqua Hyaluronic Essence Toner
0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1
Nature Republic Argan Essential Deep Care Hair Pack Body
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1
Anua Azelaic 3 Cica Skin Clarifying Toner Toner
1 2 2 0 0 0 0 4
Anua Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum Serum
1 2 0 0 0 0 0 2
TIRTIR Azelaic Acid 12% Serum Serum
0 2 2 0 0 0 0 4
iUNIK Azelaic Acid Lacto PDRN Serum Serum
0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1
COSRX Balancium Comfort Ceramide Soft Cream Sheet Mask Mask
0 2 1 0 0 0 0 3
JMsolution Be Nature Calendula Sheet Mask –Calming & Moisturizing Face Mask, 24ml x 10 Sheets Mask
0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1
Mixsoon Bifida Mask Pack 1 EA Mask
0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2
JMsolution Bio Multi-Hyaluronic Waterfull Mask – Deep Hydration Hydrogel Sheet Mask for Dry & Dehydrated Skin – 5-Layer Hyaluronic Acid – Overnight Treatment (4 Sheets) Mask
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Also listed as

Hydroxyethylcellulose 하이드록시에틸셀룰로오스

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.

Frequently asked questions

What is Hydroxyethylcellulose?

A cellulose-based thickener for gels.

Is Hydroxyethylcellulose banned in the European Union?

We found no specific rule for it in the EU's CosIng records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

Is Hydroxyethylcellulose banned in South Korea?

We found no specific rule for it in Korea's MFDS records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

Is Hydroxyethylcellulose allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

We found no specific rule for it in the FDA's records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

What is Hydroxyethylcellulose used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: binding, emulsion stabilising, film forming, light stabilizer, viscosity controlling.

What is Hydroxyethylcellulose called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 하이드록시에틸셀룰로오스.

Which K-beauty products contain Hydroxyethylcellulose?

24+ products we checked list it, for example Round Lab 1025 Dokdo Peeling Gel, Cos De BAHA 15% Azelaic Acid High-Strength Serum with MSM for Acne, Hyperpigmentation & Skin Clarity 30ml, APRILSKIN 40% Collagen Peptide Plumping Serum.

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