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Film Former

POLYURETHANE-100

74

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A high-molecular-weight polyurethane film former used for long-wear and water-resistant cosmetics. The cured polymer is inert; quality depends on residual monomer purity.

Function

FILM FORMINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Flexible film former
  • Good water resistance and wear
  • Polymer too large for skin penetration
  • Common in long-wear color cosmetics

Known concerns

  • Possible trace isocyanate residues from manufacture
  • Not biodegradable

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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