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BIS-ETHYLHYDROXYCYCLOHEXYL METHACRYLATE DIMETHICONE/BUTYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A silicone-acrylic hybrid crosspolymer for flexible, water-resistant films in long-wear cosmetics. Cured polymer is well-tolerated; residual methacrylate monomers are the main purity-dependent sensitisation flag.

Function

FILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Forms water-resistant flexible films
  • Long-wear cosmetic performance
  • Silicone-acrylic hybrid feel
  • Good adhesion and gloss

Known concerns

  • Methacrylate residuals can sensitise
  • Trace cyclosiloxane residuals possible
  • Not biodegradable
  • Limited published cosmetic-specific safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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