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Film Former

METHYL METHACRYLATE/PEG/PPG-4/3 METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A methacrylate crosspolymer used as a film-former for wear and water resistance. Polymer is inert; main concern is residual MMA monomer, which can sensitize skin.

Function

FILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Film-forming methacrylate crosspolymer
  • Improves wear and water resistance
  • Inert in cured form

Known concerns

  • Residual methyl methacrylate monomer is a sensitizer
  • Quality depends on supplier purification
  • No specific CIR review of this crosspolymer

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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