POLYPERFLUOROISOPROPYL ETHER
Ingredient type: OTHER
Ingredient to avoid during pregnancy: Yes
PFAS
✨ Role: Polyperfluoroisopropyl Ether is used in cosmetic products for its protective film-forming properties on the skin. It helps improve texture by providing a soft, silky finish, and can also contribute to the product's water resistance.
Ingredient type: Texturizer
⚕️ Safety: this ingredient is generally considered safe for use in cosmetic products, although people with particularly sensitive skin may wish to carry out a patch test beforehand.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and suitable for vegan formulas.
✨ Please note: This ingredient is a fluoroether, which may make it of concern to environmentalists due to the potential bioaccumulation of perfluorochemicals. However, in cosmetics, it is used at low concentrations.
Present in: Sunscreens, foundations, long-lasting make-up and waterproof products.
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