Film Former
BIS-ETHYLHEXYL POLY(1,4-BUTANEDIOL)-22/DMPA/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL/IPDI COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A water-dispersible polyurethane film-former with DMPA self-emulsification. Once cured the polymer is inert; safety hinges on the supplier controlling residual IPDI diisocyanate.
Function
Skin benefits
- Forms flexible water-resistant films
- Self-emulsifies via DMPA carboxyl groups
- Cured polymer is inert
- Used in long-wear and gel formulations
Known concerns
- IPDI is a respiratory sensitizer in monomer form
- Residual diisocyanate must be tightly controlled
- Microplastic regulatory scrutiny
- Not for inhalable spray products
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related film formers
Same plant / compound family
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