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Film Former

GLYCIDYL NEODECANOATE/PHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE/TMP CROSSPOLYMER

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A synthetic nail-polish film former built from phthalic anhydride, glycidyl neodecanoate and trimethylolpropane. Used only on nails — keep off skin around the cuticle.

Skin benefits

  • Forms a hard, glossy film in nail polish
  • Improves wear time and chip resistance
  • Acts as a tosylamide replacement in many formulas

Known concerns

  • Phthalic anhydride-derived resin, kept on nails only
  • Potential nail-bed sensitisation in some users
  • Unreacted residuals from glycidyl/anhydride chemistry
  • Inhalation hazard during manicure for technicians

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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