Film Former

POLYOXYISOBUTYLENE/METHYLENE UREA COPOLYMER

60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A polymer used as a film-former in cosmetics. Related polyoxymethylene urea is judged safe by CIR; this exact copolymer has limited individual data.

Function

FILM FORMING

Skin benefits

Film former for makeup wear
Adds flexibility to formulas
No known irritation

Known concerns

Class includes formaldehyde-condensation chemistry
No CIR opinion on this exact INCI
Limited safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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