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Film Former

STYRENE/ISOPRENE COPOLYMER

CAS 25038-32-8 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A styrene-isoprene rubber polymer used as a flexible film former in long-wear makeup. Polymer is inert, but styrene monomer (IARC 2A) and microplastic concerns weigh it down.

Function

FILM FORMINGOPACIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Flexible film former
  • Adheres pigments
  • Long-wear in mascara/lipstick

Known concerns

  • Styrene monomer IARC 2A
  • Microplastic/persistence concerns
  • Trace residual monomers

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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