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Film Former

PEG-3 TRIMETHYLOLPROPANE TRIACRYLATE

CAS 28961-43-5 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A PEGylated triacrylate monomer used to make UV-cured films (gel polish, lash adhesives). Uncured monomer is a well-known skin and eye sensitiser and can trigger allergic dermatitis.

Function

BINDINGFILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Forms durable polymer films
  • Crosslinking monomer for nail and lash products

Known concerns

  • Acrylate monomer — known skin and eye sensitiser
  • Allergic contact dermatitis from acrylates is well documented
  • Should be fully cured; residual monomer is the hazard

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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