Film Former
POLYPENTENE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Polypentene is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Polypentene is a film-forming ingredient that creates a thin, breathable layer on skin or hair for protection and smoothness.
Function
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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