Film Former
GLYCERYL DIBEHENATE/HYDROGENATED ROSINATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A wax blend of glyceryl dibehenate with hydrogenated rosin used as a structuring agent in sticks and balms. Largely inert, but rosin derivatives can sensitize a small fraction of users.
Function
Skin benefits
- Wax-like film former and rheology modifier
- Provides lubricity in stick products
- Mostly inert lipid backbone
Known concerns
- Rosin derivatives are documented sensitizers in some users
- Limited cosmetic-specific dossier for this exact ester
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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