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Film Former

DIMETHICONOL FLUOROALCOHOL DILINOLEIC ACID

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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 silicone-fluoroalcohol-dilinoleic-acid ester used as a long-wear film former in color cosmetics. Effective for transfer-resistance, but the fluorinated moiety raises PFAS-style scrutiny under tightening EU rules.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Forms long-wear, water-resistant films
  • Improves transfer-resistance in color cosmetics
  • Soft, smooth skin feel

Known concerns

  • Fluoroalcohol moiety — potential PFAS-precursor concerns
  • EU is tightening fluorinated cosmetic ingredient policy
  • Limited public toxicology data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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