Film Former
POLYURETHANE-69
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A synthetic polyurethane polymer used as a long-wear film former in colour and hair products. Skin-safe in finished products; environmental persistence is the main caveat.
Function
Skin benefits
- Film former for long-wear cosmetics
- Smooth, flexible film on skin or hair
- Stable across pH and temperature
Known concerns
- Polymer biodegradability concerns
- Trace residual monomers possible
- Limited public CIR data on this exact grade
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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