Ingredient
Polyester-5
Low risk
FunctionFilm Former
What it is — Polyester-5 (INCI: Polyester-5) is a synthetic film former.
What it does — It is commonly used to lay down a light, smoothing film on the surface, helping a formula feel even and supporting a soft, long-lasting finish.
Typical use — Found in primers, sunscreens, long-wear make-up and finishing products.
Who it suits / good to know — Broadly suitable; it is a finish and wear aid rather than a skin active, so there is little for the skin to react to.
Safety — DHALIORA grades it low risk in its EWG-style, ingredient-by-ingredient review. This reflects the ingredient in general and is not medical advice.
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How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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