Film Former
VINYLPYRIDINE/TETRAHYDRODIMETHYL-METHANO-INDENE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A vinylpyridine / methano-indene synthetic copolymer used as a film former. Vinylpyridine monomer is sensitising; published cosmetic-specific safety data is thin.
Skin benefits
- Film former / styling polymer feel
Known concerns
- Vinylpyridine residual monomer is sensitising and toxic
- Proprietary polymer with limited published cosmetic safety data
- Default-down for under-documented synthetic polymers
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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