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POLYPERFLUOROETHOXYMETHOXY DIFLUOROETHYL PEG DIISOSTEARATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A perfluoropolyether PEG diisostearate — a fluorinated film former giving water- and oil-repellent slip in color cosmetics. PFAS-class chemistry raises environmental persistence concerns under EU review.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Water- and oil-repellent finish
  • Improves long-wear in color cosmetics
  • Smooth slip and silky feel

Known concerns

  • Per/polyfluorinated chemistry — environmental persistence
  • PFAS-class scrutiny under EU restriction proposals
  • Limited public toxicology on this specific polymer

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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