Film-forming agent
Film-forming agents are a group of chemicals that leave a pliable, cohesive, and continuous covering over the hair or skin when applied to their surface. This film has strong hydrophilic properties and leaves a smooth feel on skin.
Film-forming agents include polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP), acrylates, acrylamides, and copolymers.[1][2][3]
They are commonly found as ingredients of cosmetics, particular hair-care products, but also moisturizers and other skin-care products.[4]
Side effects
[edit]Film-forming agents can be skin sensitizers for some individuals.[5]
References
[edit]- ^ "Polyvinylpyrrolidone in skincare, What is? | Lesielle". www.lesielle.com. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
- ^ "Acrylates Copolymer in skincare, What is? | Lesielle". www.lesielle.com. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
- ^ "PVP: The Controversial Styling Agent Lurking in Your Hair Products". www.maxgreenalchemy.com. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
- ^ "PVP (Polyvinylpyrrolidone) - Ingredient INCI Beauty". incibeauty.com. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
- ^ Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary Archived 2007-09-28 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved on August 2007.
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