Film Former
BUTENDIOL/VINYL ALCOHOL COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A water-soluble vinyl-alcohol-type copolymer made from butenediol and vinyl-acetate-derived monomers, used as a film former and binder in masks, styling, and decorative cosmetics.
Skin benefits
- Film-forming polymer for cosmetic and personal-care formulations
- Water-soluble — supports clean rinse-off in masks and styling products
- Flexible film with good adhesion
Known concerns
- Vinyl-alcohol-class polymers may carry trace residual monomers
- Limited dedicated CIR/SCCS review for this exact copolymer
- Polymer high-MW so absorption is unlikely
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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