Conditioning Agent
POLYURETHANE-51
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A polyurethane nail conditioning copolymer that strengthens and protects nail plates by forming a flexible protective layer. Generally safe as cured polymer; the usual residual diisocyanate / acrylate monomer caveats apply.
Function
Skin benefits
- Strengthens and protects nail plates
- Forms a flexible protective layer
- Comparable to traditional nail hardeners
- High-MW polymer with limited skin penetration
Known concerns
- Residual diisocyanate possible
- Residual acrylate cap monomers possible
- Microplastic environmental persistence
- Compliance depends on monomer control
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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