Poly(C30-45 Olefin)

Poly(C30-45 Olefin) 1
Synthetic
Occlusive
Not Clean
Poly(C30-45 Olefin) is a polymer synthesized from C30-45 olefins
Formula
C18H17N3O3
Mol. Weight
323.3
CAS #
96478-13-6
Form
Powder
Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Creates Protective Barrier
Locks In Moisture
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Traditional Use
Developed as a synthetic polymer in the late 20th century for cosmetic applications. Used to improve skin feel and provide protective barrier properties in modern skincare products without traditional precedent.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
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: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR