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Film Former

LAUROLACTAM/POLY(1,4-BUTANEDIOL)-14/DODECANEDIOIC ACID COPOLYMER

CAS 68865-79-2
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A polyester-amide copolymer used as a film former in long-wear makeup. Very large molecule with negligible skin absorption; environmental persistence is the main concern.

Function

BULKINGOPACIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Polyamide film former for long-wear
  • Improves wear of mascara/eyeliner
  • High molecular weight — minimal absorption

Known concerns

  • Synthetic polymer with limited public toxicology
  • Microplastic-class persistence concerns
  • No dedicated CIR/SCCS opinion

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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