Polyurethane-59
AKA “Polyurethane
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Polyurethane-59
Ingredient · Emulsion Stabilising · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emulsifier
Not Clean
Polyurethane-59 is a copolymer of Ethylhexylglycerin, PEG-240, tetradecyloctadeceth-100, and hexamethylenediisocyanate.
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Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Stabilizes Emulsion
Controls Viscosity
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A synthetic polymer developed in the mid-20th century for industrial applications. Used in cosmetics as a film-forming agent and texture modifier in formulations like foundations and primers.
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
Polyurethane Versus Calcium Alginate Dressings for Split-Thickness Skin Graft Donor Site: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Alsaif A, Karam M, Aldubaikhi AA, Alghufaily A, Alhuwaishel K et al.
Cureus, 2021
Bactericidal ZnO glass-filled thermoplastic polyurethane and polydimethyl siloxane composites to inhibit biofilm-associated infections.
Cabal B, Sevillano D, Fernández-García E, Alou L, Suárez M et al.
Scientific reports, 2019
Final Report: Safety Assessment of Polyurethanes as Used as Cosmetics
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR