Hydroxyethylcellulose
The question

Is Hydroxyethylcellulose safe in mascara?

ClearedMascara

A cellulose-derived gelling and thickening agent. The CIR Expert Panel confirmed it is non-irritating, non-sensitizing, hypoallergenic, and non-comedogenic. High molecular weight prevents skin penetration. No cumulative toxicity or genotoxicity concerns documented.

Other mascara ingredients on file

Sources & references

  1. [1]
    DatabaseIngredient database — 703059-HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE
  2. [2]
    DatabaseIngredient database
  3. [3]
    DatabaseIngredient database — hydroxyethylcellulose

Research disclaimer: Ratings reflect peer-reviewed research and regulatory assessments available at the time of publication, not the dose or formulation of any specific mascara product. This is not medical advice.