Film Former
GLYCERYL ABIETATE/MALEATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A wood-rosin and maleic-acid ester used as a film former. Generally safe but a known sensitizer for people allergic to rosin/colophony.
Function
Skin benefits
- Film former
- Skin conditioning
- Gloss
Known concerns
- Rosin/colophony allergy
- Limited dossier
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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