C10-30 alkyl propenoate, polymer with propenoic acid, butenoic acidand/or alkyl propenoates, product with propenyl sucrose ether or propenyl 2,2-dihydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Viscosity Controlling
Antioxidant
Moisturizing
Improves Elasticity
Creates protective layer
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
Developed in the late 20th century as a synthetic polymer used in cosmetics as a thickening and suspending agent. Created to provide film-forming and texture-enhancing properties in modern skincare and makeup formulations.