Film Former
POLYURETHANE-8
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A numbered polyurethane film-former for long-wear, flexible coatings in makeup. The cured polymer is inert and well-tolerated, with the usual diisocyanate-residual and microplastic caveats.
Function
Skin benefits
- Flexible long-wear film on skin and hair
- Improves color and SPF retention
- Cured polymer is inert
- Industry-established performance
Known concerns
- Residual diisocyanate monomers must be controlled
- Microplastic-class polymer scrutiny
- Not biodegradable
- Not for inhalable spray products
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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