Film Former
ACRYLATES/DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A hybrid acrylate-silicone copolymer used as a long-wear, water-resistant film-former in makeup and sunscreen. Inert in finished form; main caveats are monomer purity and limited public data.
Function
Skin benefits
- Long-wear film
- Water resistance
- Smooth feel
- Compatible with silicones and oils
Known concerns
- Residual acrylate monomers
- Silicone environmental persistence
- Limited public data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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