Pentafluoropropane
What Pentafluoropropane is & what it does
Pentafluoropropane is a fluorinated hydrocarbon that is liquid or gaseous depending on conditions, used mainly as a propellant and carrier solvent. In cosmetics it is commonly used in aerosol and spray formats to help dispense the product as a fine mist. It is chosen for being non-flammable and quick to evaporate, leaving little residue. It is generally used in spray sunscreens and similar pressurized products.
What is Pentafluoropropane?
It is a fluorinated hydrocarbon used mainly as a propellant and carrier solvent in aerosol and spray products. It helps dispense the product as a fine mist.
What does Pentafluoropropane do in sunscreen?
In spray sunscreens it acts as a propellant and carrier, helping deliver an even mist. It is chosen for being non-flammable and quick to evaporate, leaving little residue.
Is Pentafluoropropane safe?
It is generally used in pressurized spray formats with no concerns flagged in this catalog. As with all aerosols, sprays are meant to be used in ventilated areas and not inhaled directly.
Sunscreens with Pentafluoropropane
We rate 4 sunscreens that contain it:
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it Cosmetics Bye Bye Foundation Full Coverage Moisturizer With Spf 50+
82/100
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it Cosmetics It CC+ Cream Illumination SPF 50+
81/100
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it Cosmetics Your Skin But Better CC+ Cream With SPF 50+
81/100
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it Cosmetics Anti-Aging Armour
80/100