Science
Mechanism of Action
This copolymer's primary mechanism involves charge neutralization and particle bridging, which causes suspended particles to aggregate and settle. This action is well-documented in industrial processes such as water treatment and sugar clarification, but its specific mechanism of action or beneficial effect on human skin has not been established in the provided data.
Research
Clinical Evidence
Insufficient-data confidenceN/A
Transparency
Dusting Analysis
The Formula
Formulation
Stability
The copolymer exhibits robust stability, maintaining its integrity across a broad pH range from 2 to 10. It also demonstrates resistance to high temperatures and significant shear forces.
Conflicts
- anionic substances
Safety
Safety Profile
This ingredient has not been reviewed by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR). The FDA recognizes a similar copolymer (CAS Reg. No. 25988-97-0) as a food additive, safely used up to 0.015% (150 parts per million) for sugar clarification. However, Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for DIMETHYLAMINE/ETHYLENEDIAMINE/EPICHLOROHYDRIN COPOLYMER (CAS 42751-79-1) explicitly state that it 'Causes skin irritation' (H315) and 'May cause respiratory irritation' (H335). The concentration limit from FDA is for food applications, not dermal exposure, and should not be directly applied to skincare without further data.
Your Skin
Skin Compatibility
Our Assessment
Verdict
Given the explicit high irritancy warnings, lack of established skin benefits, and primary use in industrial applications, DIMETHYLAMINE/ETHYLENEDIAMINE/EPICHLOROHYDRIN COPOLYMER is not suitable for precision skincare formulations.
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