Phenethyl Caffeate
INCI: PHENETHYL CAFFEATE
Reviewed by Daisy · Last updated 18 Aug 2026
What Is Phenethyl Caffeate?
Phenethyl Caffeate (INCI: PHENETHYL CAFFEATE) is a cosmetic ingredient listed in the EU CosIng inventory. 2-Propenoic Acid, 3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-, 2-Phenylethyl Ester.
Its declared cosmetic function is antioxidant.
Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.
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