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Film Former

POLYMETHYL/OCTYL/PHENYL/PROPYLSILSESQUIOXANE DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER

83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A complex silsesquioxane-silicone resin used as a film-former in skin and hair care. Inert and well tolerated on skin; the only meaningful concern is the usual silicone environmental persistence.

Function

FILM FORMINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Flexible, breathable film
  • Smooth, glossy finish
  • Long-wear durability
  • Compatible with pigments

Known concerns

  • Environmental persistence
  • Not biodegradable
  • No skin safety concerns at use levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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