Film Former
HYDROGENATED DICYCLOPENTADIENE/ISOPENTENE/ISOPRENE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A fully hydrogenated synthetic resin used as a tacky film in depilatory wax and brow products. Inert on skin contact; CIR considers this polyene group safe.
Skin benefits
- Adhesive base for wax depilatories and brow shapers
- Flexible film former for cosmetics
- Chemically inert hydrogenated resin
- Compatible with natural and synthetic waxes
Known concerns
- Synthetic hydrocarbon polymer, not biodegradable
- Not for ingestion or eye-area use
- Residual unsaturation could cause sensitivity in raw lots
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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