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Ingredient Facts
Polyurethane-51
AKA: Polyurethane polymer, Film-forming agent
Ingredient · Nail Conditioning · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Polyurethane-51 is a copolymer made by reacting 2-hydroxyethyl acrylate, 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate (HEMA), 1,2-Butanediol (q.v.), poly(1,4-butanediol) and 1,3-bis(isocyanatomethyl)cyclohexane.
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Functions
Nail Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Strengthens nails
Traditional Use
Synthetic polymer developed in the mid-20th century. Used in cosmetics as a film-forming and conditioning agent in hair and skin products.