Film Former
POLYESTER-33
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A synthetic polyester film-former used in long-wear makeup and skin products. Large polymer molecules do not penetrate skin; generally considered low-risk at cosmetic levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Forms a flexible film for long-wear cosmetics
- Improves water and transfer resistance
- Helps maintain product texture
Known concerns
- Limited ingredient-specific public safety data
- Generic synthetic polymer, residual monomers possible at trace levels
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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