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Film Former

SODIUM PERFLUOROHEXYL ETHYLPHOSPHONATE

CAS 1189052-95-6 Updated
20

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A perfluorinated phosphonate (PFAS) used as a water-resistant film former in makeup. Persistent, bioaccumulative, and tagged for EU phase-out — best avoided despite its texture benefits.

Function

NOT REPORTED

Skin benefits

  • Water-resistant film
  • Long-wear makeup

Known concerns

  • PFAS persistence and bioaccumulation
  • Eye damage and skin sensitization (GHS)
  • Aquatic toxicity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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