Ethylene/ Propylene/ Styrene Copolymer

AKA: Styrenic Copolymer
Synthetic
Occlusive
Clean
Ethylene/ Propylene/ Styrene Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient. Rated low hazard by EWG.
CAS #
66070-58-4
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Viscosity Controlling
Controls Viscosity
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic polymer developed in the 20th century for use as a film-forming and texturizing agent in cosmetics, providing hold and flexibility in formulations.
EWG
2
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-2
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR