Nylon-12

INGREDIENT

Nylon-12

Synthetic Polymer

Use With Caution

Provides a smooth, silky feel and improves product spreadability. While considered safe for topical use, it is a persistent synthetic polymer that contributes to microplastic pollution and environmental persistence.

Also known as 1 Synonym
Function Bulking; Slip Agent; Texture Enhancer
Safety Meter Use With Caution
Evidence Level Moderate
CAS Number 25038-74-8
Category Synthetic Polymer
Function Bulking; Slip Agent; Texture Enhancer
Evidence Level Moderate
Status Use With Caution
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

Bulking; Slip Agent; Texture Enhancer

OUR STANDARD

How to read this rating

This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.

RESEARCH

Sources

  1. 1 echa.europa.eu
  2. 2 www.cir-safety.org
FOUND IN

Found in Approved Products

This ingredient appears in 1 Oh Daisey Approved Product.

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