Film Former
POLYCYCLOPENTADIENE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A petroleum-derived hydrocarbon resin made from cyclopentadiene — used as a film former and tackifier in long-wear color cosmetics. Limited cosmetic safety dossier and petrochemical origin.
Function
Skin benefits
- Film former
- Tackifier
- Long wear
Known concerns
- Residual reactive monomers
- Petrochemical origin
- Limited dossier
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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