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C12-18 ALKANOYL GLYCERIN/SEBACIC ACID COPOLYMER

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A polymer of natural fatty acids (C12-C18), glycerin, and sebacic acid, structurally similar to skin lipids. Highly biocompatible with no documented safety concerns at cosmetic concentrations.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUSSKIN CONDITIONING - OCCLUSIVE

Skin benefits

  • Skin-mimetic lipid polymer
  • Highly biocompatible
  • Skin conditioning and barrier support
  • Built from natural fatty acids and glycerin

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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