INCI name

COLLOIDAL PLATINUM

Colloidal platinum

A suspension of platinum in water, linked in EU data to an Annex II entry.

What it is

Colloidal platinum is the product obtained by suspending platinum in water. CosIng lists it as an antimicrobial, antioxidant and deodorant ingredient. The EU data link this ingredient to an entry in Annex II (prohibited substances).

Where it is used

Found in creams, serums and other skin care products that feature platinum.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

See the EU regulation section for what the Annex II entry covers and how it applies. The INCI name does not show the particle size of the platinum.

Functions

Antimicrobial
Preventing and/or slowing down microbial growth.
Antioxidant
Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
Deodorant
Reducing and/or eluminating unpleasant odour. Contributing against the formation of malodour on body surfaces.

EU regulation

EU · Annex II, entry 1729Platinum (nano) [INCI], Colloidal Platinum (nano) [INCI] [1] Acetyl tetrapeptide-17 Colloidal Platinum (nano) [INCI] [2]
As of
3 November 2026 · (EU) 2024/858

Scientific opinions (SCCS)

Opinions of the EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety that mention this ingredient. They assess specific uses and concentrations; read the opinion for its scope.

Products with this ingredient (8)

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