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Film Former

CHITOSAN/CELLULOSE CROSSPOLYMER

75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A biopolymer crosspolymer of chitosan and cellulose that forms a soft conditioning film on skin and hair. Generally well tolerated; theoretical shellfish allergen risk.

Function

FILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Biopolymer film-former
  • Skin and hair conditioning
  • Hydrates and supports barrier
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Shellfish-derived chitosan; allergy theoretical
  • Quality varies by source
  • No deep public CIR/SCCS dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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