Film Former
GLYCIDOXYPROPYL POLYSILSESQUIOXANE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A film-forming silicone polymer with glycidoxy (epoxy) groups — the reactive epoxy moiety raises sensitivity concerns despite the benign silsesquioxane backbone. Lands in Fine due to known epoxy-class sensitization.
Function
Skin benefits
- Film-forming polymer for skin protection
- Provides surface smoothing
- Reactive epoxy can crosslink with other ingredients
Known concerns
- Glycidoxy (epoxy) group is a known sensitizer and mild skin irritant
- Epichlorohydrin-derived chemistry
- Reactive group may bond with skin proteins
- Limited public toxicology for this exact INCI
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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