Film Former
BIS-HEMA POLY(CAPROLACTONE NEOPENTYL GLYCOL)/1,4 BUTANEDIOL/ IPDI COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A urethane-acrylate film-forming copolymer for nail coatings. Once fully cured, the polymer is inert; safety concerns concentrate around residual HEMA and isocyanate monomers in the uncured state.
Function
Skin benefits
- Durable nail film
- Wear and chip resistance
- Glossy finish
- UV-curable
Known concerns
- HEMA — established nail-allergy contact sensitiser
- Residual IPDI isocyanate
- Risk only in uncured state
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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