Film Former
ADIPIC ACID/ISOPHTHALIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/TRIMETHYLOLPROPANE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A multi-monomer polyester used as a flexible film-former in hair and color cosmetics. Inert at polymer level; the four monomers are food-contact-cleared individually and well-known industrially.
Function
Skin benefits
- Film-forming styling polymer
- Provides flexible hold
- Improves wear of color cosmetics
- High molecular weight; no skin penetration
Known concerns
- Synthetic polymer; supplier purity matters
- Residual monomer controls needed
- Not biodegradable
- Microplastic regulatory scrutiny
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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