ACRYLATES / STEARYL METHACRYLATE / VP COPOLYMER cosmetic ingredient

Description

Acrylates / Stearyl Methacrylate / VP Copolymer is a copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone, stearyl methacrylate, and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters.

The functions of the cosmetic ingredient

EMULSION STABILISING : Helping the process of emulsification and improving emulsion stability and shelf-life.

FILM FORMING : Producing (upon application) a continuous film on the skin, hair or nails.

HAIR FIXING : Permitting physical control of hair style.

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING : Increasing or decreasing the viscosity (thickness) of cosmetics.

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