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Film Former

IPDI/PEG-15 SOYETHONIUM ETHOSULFATE COPOLYMER

68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A cationic polyurethane film former used in hair styling. Adds hold and shine. Generally safe at use levels; trace isocyanate residues from manufacture are the main quality concern.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Hair-fixing film former
  • Conditions and adds shine
  • Cationic polymer with substantivity

Known concerns

  • Trace residual isophorone diisocyanate from polymerization possible
  • Polymeric quat — mild eye irritation
  • Limited stand-alone safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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