Film Former
OCTYLACRYLAMIDE/ACRYLATES/BUTYLAMINOETHYL METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A film-forming polymer used in hair sprays and styling products for hold and humidity resistance. Inert as a cured film; environmental persistence is the main caveat.
Function
Skin benefits
- Hair-fixing film former
- Provides hold and humidity resistance
- Stable cured polymer
- Improves style retention
Known concerns
- Acrylate copolymer — environmental persistence
- Residual monomer trace risk
- Mild eye/respiratory irritant in spray
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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