Film Former
ACRYLATES/METHOXY PEG-23 METHACRYLATE/PERFLUOROOCTYL ETHYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A fluorinated film-forming copolymer with a perfluorooctyl ethyl acrylate component, placing it within the PFAS family. EU is broadly restricting PFAS in cosmetics due to environmental persistence and health concerns.
Function
Skin benefits
- Forms durable water-resistant film
- Provides long-wear in cosmetics
- Improves transfer resistance
Known concerns
- Contains perfluoroalkyl (PFAS) moiety
- EU is restricting PFAS in cosmetics under REACH
- Environmental persistence and bioaccumulation
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related film formers
Same plant / compound family
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