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POLYOXYMETHYLENE UREA

CAS 68611-64-3 / 9011-05-6
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A cosmetic ingredient, known for deep hydration and exfoliating.

Urea, reaction products with formaldehyde

Function

BULKING

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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