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Film Former

STYRENE/ACRYLATES/DIMETHICONE ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A styrene/acrylates/dimethicone-acrylate crosspolymer film-former for long-wear makeup. The styrene component and microplastic debate keep it firmly yellow.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Durable film-former for makeup wear
  • Water and rub resistance
  • Good gloss and adhesion

Known concerns

  • Styrene monomer is suspected carcinogen if residuals present
  • Microplastic-classification debate in EU
  • Acrylate copolymers may have residual monomers

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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