Melamine/Formaldehyde Resin

AKA: Melamine Formaldehyde Resin, Melamine Resin

Plant-Derived Synthetic

Occlusive

Not Clean

OriginSynthesized from melamine and formaldehyde, both petroleum-derived organic compounds combined through condensation reactions. The resulting resin is polymerized through heat and catalysis to create a durable film-forming polymer.

Melamine/Formaldehyde Resin is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.

CAS #

9003-08-1

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Caution

Allergen Warning

⚠️ Formaldehyde

Functions

Film Forming

Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.

UV Protection

Provides UV protection

Helps shield skin from sun damage

Supports broad

Spectrum defense

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →

⚖️Regulatory0 listings

🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Caution

Restricted By

Credo Beauty Sephora Clean at Sephora Target Clean Whole Foods Premium Body Care The Detox Market Ulta Conscious Beauty Beauty Heroes CVS Clean Beauty MADE SAFE EWG VERIFIED

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR