Film Former
BIS-ETHYLHEXYL POLY(CAPROLACTONE NEOPENTYL GLYCOL)/IPDI COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A polycaprolactone-based polyurethane film former crosslinked with IPDI. Cured polymer is inert; the safety story is mostly about how well residual isocyanate is removed.
Function
Skin benefits
- Forms a flexible long-wear film
- Improves transfer resistance of color cosmetics
- Good wear on lips and skin
Known concerns
- IPDI residual monomer must be controlled
- Sensitization concern only with uncured monomer
- Limited public safety dossier
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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