Film Former
POLY[OXYMETHYLENE MELAMINE ACRYLATES/ACRYLAMIDE]
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A melamine-acrylate/acrylamide film-forming resin restricted under EU Annex III/66. Melamine-formaldehyde chemistry and residual acrylamide together push this material into use-with-awareness — the polymer itself is inert.
Function
Skin benefits
- Forms hard, durable films
- Provides cross-linkable resin character
- Compatible with nail and hair coating systems
Known concerns
- Melamine-formaldehyde chemistry — possible formaldehyde release
- Residual acrylamide is an IARC 2A probable carcinogen
- EU Annex III/66 restriction applies
- Dimethylaminoethyl acrylate monomers under regulatory review
- Microplastic environmental persistence
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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