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N-ETHYLTOSYLAMIDE/EPOXY RESIN.

Avoid / FILM FORMING, PLASTICISER

N-ETHYLTOSYLAMIDE/EPOXY RESIN is a synthetic polymer primarily utilized as a film former and plasticizer in cosmetic formulations. While it can enhance product durability and flexibility, its notable risk as a sensitizer significantly limits its suitability for precision skincare applications.

Summary

Film Forming Plasticizer

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient functions by creating a continuous, cohesive film on the skin, hair, or nails. This film provides structural integrity to the formulation, imparting properties such as gloss, increased strength, and enhanced flexibility, thereby improving product aesthetics and wear.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

N-ETHYLTOSYLAMIDE/EPOXY RESIN exhibits low water solubility due to its hydrophobic nature and high octanol-water partition coefficient (KOW). It is readily soluble in organic solvents, such as aromatic hydrocarbons and ketones. Its minimal water solubility suggests stability against hydrolysis within a typical cosmetic pH range of 4-9.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Insufficient data
Sensitization risk High

N-ETHYLTOSYLAMIDE/EPOXY RESIN is a widely recognized sensitizer and a frequent cause of allergic contact dermatitis, particularly observed in individuals using nail products. The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has this ingredient under review; however, a definitive 'safe as used' status has not been established. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) designates it as 'unacceptable' for EWG VERIFIED products due to documented concerns regarding allergies and immunotoxicity. Furthermore, exposure to uncured epoxy resin, which can be a component of this system, presents a significant risk for contact dermatitis.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy High
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

Given its established high risk for allergic contact dermatitis, classification as a known sensitizer, and 'unacceptable' rating by authoritative environmental organizations, N-ETHYLTOSYLAMIDE/EPOXY RESIN is deemed unsuitable for Moumoujus's precision skincare formulations.

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