Film Former
PEI-275
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A polyethyleneimine polymer used as a film former and cationic conditioner. The starting monomer (aziridine) is a flagged carcinogen, so monomer residues drive safety — defaulted down.
Function
Skin benefits
- Hair film former
- Cationic conditioning
Known concerns
- Monomer aziridine is IARC Group 2B carcinogen
- Skin and eye irritant
- Residual monomer purity critical
- Eye damage potential
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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