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C5-6 OLEFIN/STYRENE COPOLYMER

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A styrene-containing plastic copolymer used as a texturizer. Caught by the EU microplastic restriction; residual styrene is a Group 2A carcinogen concern.

Skin benefits

  • Film-forming texturizer
  • Adds smoothness in makeup

Known concerns

  • Microplastic — falls under EU REACH microplastic restriction (Reg. 2023/2055)
  • Residual styrene monomer concerns (IARC 2A)
  • Persistent environmental pollutant
  • Not biodegradable

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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