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Film Former

C12-16 ALKYL PEG-7 METHACRYLATE/PERFLUOROHEXYLETHYL METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER

25

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

A film-forming copolymer that includes a perfluorohexyl methacrylate segment, putting it in the PFAS family. EU regulators are tightening PFAS rules so this material is being phased out.

Function

FILM FORMINGHAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Forms water-resistant film on skin
  • Used in long-wear cosmetics

Known concerns

  • Contains perfluorohexylethyl methacrylate (PFAS-related)
  • PFAS persistence concerns and EU restrictions
  • Possible bioaccumulation
  • Reformulation pressure across the industry

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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