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Ingredient Facts
Butylated pvp
AKA: Butylated polyvinylpyrrolidone
Ingredient · Film Forming · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Occlusive
Clean
1-Vinyl-2-pyrrolidone, homopolymer, butylated
CAS #
26160-96-3
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.
Hair Fixing
Holds Formula Together
Creates Protective Barrier
Locks In Moisture
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Creates protective layer
Holds hair in place
Holds ingredients together
Traditional Use
Synthetic polymer developed as a film-forming and suspending agent in cosmetics. Created to improve product stability, texture, and wear properties in skincare and color cosmetics.