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Film Former

ACRYLATES/ISOBORNYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A water-resistant film-forming acrylate copolymer used in sunscreens and long-wear makeup. The polymer is inert; quality depends on residual monomer levels controlled at manufacture.

Function

FILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Long-wear film former
  • Water-resistant finish for sun and color cosmetics
  • Polymer size limits skin penetration

Known concerns

  • Residual acrylate monomers possible
  • Not readily biodegradable
  • Limited public toxicology data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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