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Film Former

DILAURYL MALEATE/C20 OLEFIN COPOLYMER

CAS -
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A maleate ester/olefin copolymer film former. Inert cured polymer used in long-wear color cosmetics; safety hinges on producer purification of residual monomers.

Skin benefits

  • Film former for color cosmetics
  • Improves water resistance and wear
  • Lipophilic structure suits oil-based formulations

Known concerns

  • Class-based assessment, polymer-specific data thin
  • Residual monomer risk depends on purification
  • Maleate ester class may be mildly sensitizing if unreacted

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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