PVP/VA/Itaconic Acid Copolymer
AKA “Polyvinylpyrrolidone/vinyl acetate/itaconic acid copolymer”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Pvp/va/itaconic acid copolymer
AKA: Polyvinylpyrrolidone/vinyl acetate/itaconic acid copolymer
Synthetic · Film Forming · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Occlusive
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight polymer that helps hold style in place while reducing frizz and static, creating a smooth, polished finish that lasts.
Effective at 5.15%
CAS #
68928-72-3
State
Solid
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Functions
Antistatic
Binding
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Hair Fixing
Viscosity Controlling
Reduces Static
Holds Formula Together
Creates Protective Barrier
Locks In Moisture
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Traditional Use
Developed in the late 20th century as a multifunctional synthetic terpolymer designed to improve formulation stability, texture, and film-forming properties in contemporary cosmetics.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR