Film Former
ACRYLATES/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE/HEMA COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An acrylic copolymer film former. The HEMA monomer is a known nail-product sensitizer, so cured polymer matters — only fully polymerized residue should reach skin.
Function
Skin benefits
- Long-wear film
- Flexible adhesion
- Color cosmetic stability
Known concerns
- HEMA sensitization in uncured nail products
- Trace residual monomers
- EU microplastic regulatory discussion
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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