Polyurethane-12
AKA “Polyurethane 12
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Polyurethane-12
AKA: Polyurethane 12
Ingredient · Film Forming · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Occlusive
Not Clean
Trimethylolpropane, neopentyl glycol, dimethylol propionic acid, polytetramethylene ether glycol and isocyanato methylethylbenzene copolymer
CAS #
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Form
Powder
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Functions
Binding
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Holds Formula Together
Creates Protective Barrier
Creates protective layer
Holds ingredients together
Traditional Use
Modern synthetic polymer created for cosmetic applications to provide flexible film-forming and conditioning properties. Developed to improve texture and wear-resistance in makeup and personal care products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR