Film Former
ETHYLCELLULOSE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A modified plant cellulose used as a flexible film-former and thickener. Inert, non-irritating, and well established across pharma, food and cosmetics.
Function
Skin benefits
- Film-former for stable coatings
- Inert biopolymer
- Used in pharma and cosmetics
- Non-irritating
Known concerns
- No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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