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Ingredient Facts
Pyromallitic glycidyl dimethacrylate
AKA: PGDM, Epoxy dimethacrylate
Ingredient · Film Forming · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Occlusive
Not Clean
Pyromallitic glycidyl dimethacrylate is a cosmetic ingredient. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Traditional Use
A synthetic resin developed in the mid-20th century for use in adhesives and coatings. It is used in cosmetics as a film-forming agent and binder in products such as nail polish and long-wear cosmetics.