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Film Former

PROPYLENE GLYCOL/SEBACIC ACID/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER

60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A polyester film former used for wear and finish in makeup and skin products. The cured polymer is inert; the concern is trimellitic anhydride residual, a known respiratory sensitizer if present free.

Function

FILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Forms a flexible film for smoother feel
  • Improves wear of long-lasting makeup
  • Stable polymeric backbone

Known concerns

  • Trimellitic anhydride monomer is a known respiratory sensitizer
  • Mystery polymer with limited public data
  • Residual monomers depend on supplier purity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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