Earlier formula transition

Silent · Material · Formula change · 2012–2013

FormulaWatch found evidence of a material transition from the earlier formula to the long-lived pre-2026 formula around 2012–2013. The exact manufacturer launch date remains unresolved.

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Earlier formula transition

FormulaWatch found evidence of a material transition from the earlier formula to the long-lived pre-2026 formula around 2012–2013. The exact manufacturer launch date remains unresolved.

Research boundary: The occurrence is verified. “Late 2012 / early 2013” is a likely transition window, not an exact launch date. Do not attribute causality to FDA rules.

Previous → current

Added

  • PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
  • Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
  • Disteardimonium Hectorite
  • Cellulose Gum
  • Propylene Carbonate
  • Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate

Removed

  • Titanium Dioxide
  • PEG/PPG-20/20 Dimethicone
  • Sorbitan Sesquioleate
  • Phenyl Trimethicone
  • BHT
  • Imidazolidinyl Urea
  • Chloroxylenol

These counts compare normalized declared ingredients. They do not measure concentration or a percentage of physical chemistry changed.

What FormulaWatch can—and cannot—say

FormulaWatch found evidence of a material transition from the earlier formula to the long-lived pre-2026 formula around 2012–2013. The exact manufacturer launch date remains unresolved.

The occurrence is verified. “Late 2012 / early 2013” is a likely transition window, not an exact launch date. Do not attribute causality to FDA rules.

Sources supporting this event
  • Huaren 2006 Double Wear discussion

    Strong evidence · supports

  • The Weekly Beauty News November 2013 Double Wear record

    Strong evidence · supports