Film Former
EPOXY RESIN-2
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A bisphenol A-based epoxy film former — durable but classified as a strong skin sensitizer with endocrine-disruption concerns from residual BPA. Use is increasingly restricted in EU cosmetics.
Function
Skin benefits
- Forms durable protective film
- Adhesion improver
- Used in nail and lash adhesives
Known concerns
- Bisphenol A diglycidyl ether-derived — strong sensitizer
- Endocrine disruptor concerns from BPA precursors
- Risk of severe contact dermatitis
- Limited cosmetic safety data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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