A film-forming agent that helps create a smooth, flexible coating on skin or hair, keeping other ingredients bound together for better staying power.
Form
Powder
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Functions
Binding
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Smoothing
Holds Formula Together
Holds ingredients together
Traditional Use
A synthetic polymer developed in the mid-20th century for industrial applications. Used in cosmetics as a film-forming agent and texture modifier in formulations like foundations and primers.