C5-6 Olefin/Styrene Copolymer

C5-6 Olefin/Styrene Copolymer molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Plastic Polymer
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginDerived from styrene and C5-C6 olefin monomers, both petroleum-based synthetic hydrocarbons. Produced through free radical polymerization of styrene and olefin monomers via catalytic processes.
Ethenylbenzene copolymer with C5-6 olefins
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Depilatory
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
The paper trail
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2014
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR