Film Former
VA/BUTYL MALEATE/ISOBORNYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A vinyl-acetate / butyl-maleate / isobornyl-acrylate film-forming copolymer used in styling products and makeup for long-lasting wear. Well-characterized polymer; cosmetic-grade should have negligible monomer residuals.
Function
Skin benefits
- Flexible long-wear film former
- Vinyl-acrylate copolymer — well-characterized polymer class
- Water-resistance properties
- Common in styling and color cosmetics
Known concerns
- Residual monomers (vinyl acetate, butyl maleate) — quality-grade should be polymerized-out
- Microplastic concern — large molecular weight polymer in rinse-off
- Avoid breathing acrylate aerosols during use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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