Cholesterol/HDI/Pullulan Copolymer
molecular structure · PubChem
Synthetic
Humectant
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Barrier Lipid
Not Clean
Cholesterol/HDI/Pullulan Copolymer is a copolymer of cholesterol, hexamethylene diisocyanate and pullulan monomers
State
Solid
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Light Stabilizer
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic polymer created by combining cholesterol, hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI), and pullulan (a polysaccharide). Designed as a film-forming agent to improve texture and wear properties in cosmetics.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR