Film Former
HEA/IPDI ISOCYANURATE TRIMER/PG CROSSPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A urethane crosspolymer made from HEA and IPDI trimer. Used as a long-wear film former in colour cosmetics. Cured form is inert; raw monomer is a known sensitiser.
Function
Skin benefits
- Durable urethane crosspolymer film former
- Long wear in colour cosmetics
- Smooth feel and pigment binder
- Polymer form is non-bioavailable
Known concerns
- Built from IPDI (isophorone diisocyanate) — free isocyanate is a respiratory sensitiser
- Cured polymer should contain only trace residual isocyanate
- Limited public cosmetic safety data on this exact ingredient
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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