Film Former
BIS-HYDROXYLAURYL DIMETHICONE/IPDI COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A silicone-urethane copolymer (using IPDI) that forms flexible films and provides binding in nail and hair care. The cured polymer is inert; supplier control of residual isocyanate is the key purity step.
Function
Skin benefits
- Forms flexible films in nail and hair care
- Provides binding and adhesion in cosmetic systems
- Combines silicone smoothness with polyurethane durability
Known concerns
- Built on IPDI; supplier must control residual diisocyanate
- Silicone-urethane hybrid not biodegradable
- Limited cosmetic-specific clinical data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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