Butylene/Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
AKA “Plastic polymer, Elastomeric copolymer
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Butylene/ethylene/propylene copolymer
AKA: Plastic polymer, Elastomeric copolymer
Synthetic · Film Forming | Viscosity Controlling | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Smoothing · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Butylene/Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer is a copolymer of butylene, ethylene and propylene monomers Science: Functions: Film Forming Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from petroleum-based monomers: butylene, ethylene, and propylene hydrocarbons. Synthesized through catalytic polymerization of these three monomers to create a copolymer chain.
Function
Film Forming | Viscosity Controlling | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Smoothing
Benefits
Creates Protective Barrier
Traditional Use
Synthetic polymer created for modern cosmetic use. Provides film-forming and conditioning properties in skincare and color cosmetic products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score1
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1, medical-approval, pregnancy-nursing-safe, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR