Nylon-6/12
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polyamide 6/12, Nylon 612, PA 6/12
Synthetic
Not Clean
Azacyclotridecan-2-one, polymer with hexahydro-2H-azepin-2-one
CAS #
25191-04-2
Form
Powder
Functions
Absorbent
Bulking
Opacifying
Absorbs Excess Oil
Adds Body & Volume
Adds Opacity
Adds volume
Creates creamy opacity
Traditional Use
Synthetic polymer developed in the mid-20th century as an alternative to natural fibers. Used in cosmetics as a film-forming agent and texture modifier in powders and suspensions.
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