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Film Former

DODECANEDIOIC ACID/CETEARYL ALCOHOL/GLYCOL COPOLYMER

82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A polyester copolymer that creates a smooth, even film on skin — improves product texture and active ingredient adhesion. High-MW, so it stays on the surface, not in the bloodstream.

Function

FILM FORMINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Smooth even films
  • Improves active ingredient adhesion
  • Texture enhancer

Known concerns

  • Synthetic polymer — environmental persistence concerns at scale

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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