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Film Former

BUTYL ACRYLATE/CYCLOHEXYL METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An acrylate/methacrylate copolymer used as a film-former for wear and gloss. Polymerized form is inert; residual monomers are the realistic safety concern.

Function

FILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Forms cosmetic films for wear and gloss
  • Improves product longevity
  • Inert once polymerized

Known concerns

  • Residual monomer (acrylate) sensitization possible
  • Synthetic polymer — environmental persistence
  • Cosmetic-specific public dossier is limited

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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