Film Former
BIS-BENZYL PROPANEDIOL/IPDI COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
An IPDI-based polyurethane film former used to boost wear and water resistance in makeup. Cured polymer is largely inert; main concern is residual monomer at trace levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Film-forming polyurethane copolymer
- Improves wear and water resistance in makeup
- Helps suspend pigments
Known concerns
- Synthetic polymer with limited public safety dossier
- Residual IPDI monomer is a respiratory sensitizer (mostly process concern)
- Microplastic concerns in rinse-off products
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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