Film Former
POLY(PENTYLENE/HEXAMETHYLENE CARBONATE)/IPDI COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A HEMA-free polycarbonate-IPDI urethane for nail and skin films — a safer reformulation of HEMA-containing nail gels. Cured polymer is well-tolerated; residual IPDI monomer remains the main flag.
Function
Skin benefits
- Non-HEMA urethane film former
- Improved tolerance vs HEMA-containing equivalents
- Good flexibility and durability
- Long-wear nail performance
Known concerns
- Trace residual IPDI — known sensitiser
- Not biodegradable
- Limited cosmetic-specific safety publications
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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