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Film Former

DICYCLOPENTADIENE/ISOPENTENE/ISOPRENE 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

A synthetic hydrocarbon copolymer used as a film former in long-wear cosmetics and lipsticks. Inert at high molecular weight, but residual monomers and microplastic status are under regulatory scrutiny.

Function

BINDINGDEPILATORYPLASTICISER

Skin benefits

  • Film former adding gloss and water resistance
  • Used in long-wear color cosmetics
  • Inert at high molecular weight

Known concerns

  • Synthetic hydrocarbon polymer — limited cosmetic-specific data
  • Possible residual monomers (isoprene is IARC Group 2B for high inhalation)
  • Microplastic concerns under EU review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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