POLYURETHANE-39

Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: Polyurethane-39 is used in cosmetic products to provide texture and hold. It forms a film on the surface of the skin or hair, which helps to set makeup or style hair while maintaining flexibility and elasticity.

Ingredient type: Film-forming

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe at the concentrations used in cosmetics.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Note: Polyurethane-39 is valued for its ability to resist moisture, which can be beneficial in hot conditions or when sweating. However, it may be difficult to biodegrade, raising questions about its environmental impact.

Found in: It is frequently used in foundations, mascaras, hair styling products, and sometimes in nail products.