Film Former
BIS-METHOXY PEG-10 DIMETHYL MEA/HDI/BIS-PEG-10 DIMETHICONE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A complex silicone-PEG-urethane copolymer built using HDI as a linker. Polymer is inert at use levels; concern is residual diisocyanate monomer, a known sensitizer.
Function
Skin benefits
- Silicone-PEG film former
- Conditioning copolymer for skin/hair
- Improves wear of long-lasting products
Known concerns
- Contains HDI (hexamethylene diisocyanate) building block — concerns about residual monomer
- PEG impurity concerns (dioxane)
- Limited public toxicology data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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