Film Former
PEG-5 PENTAERYTHRITYL DIMETHYLOL PROPIONATE-3 DENDRIMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A branched dendrimer polymer built around pentaerythritol with PEG-5 chains and propionate units — a film former and stabiliser. Novel chemistry; cosmetic safety data are thin.
Function
Skin benefits
- Multi-functional film former
- Stabilises emulsions
- Carrier matrix for actives
Known concerns
- Highly novel ingredient with limited toxicology
- PEG component trace dioxane risk
- Long-term safety data absent
- Manufacturing residues uncertain
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related film formers
Same plant / compound family
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