A hydrocarbon copolymer of styrene and C5-6 olefins, listed as a depilatory and skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
C5-6 olefin/styrene copolymer is, according to CosIng, a copolymer of ethenylbenzene (styrene) with C5-6 olefins, a hydrocarbon resin. CosIng lists it as a depilatory and skin-conditioning ingredient.
Where it is used
Appears on the ingredient lists of a small number of products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
Functions
- Depilatory
- Breaking down the the mechanical strength of hair fibers so that they can be removed by mild scraping/rubbing.
- Skin conditioning
- Maintaining the skin in good condition.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.