POLYURETHANE CROSSPOLYMER-2

Ingredient type:EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: Polyurethane Crosspolymer-2 is used primarily as a film-forming agent in cosmetic products. It helps form a continuous film on the skin, providing a smooth, even texture. This polymer is often used to improve the durability and water resistance of formulas, particularly in long-wearing make-up.

Ingredient type: Polymer

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe. However, as with all ingredients, it is recommended to use it in the percentages usually provided by formulators.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally vegan, as it is of synthetic origin.

✨ Worth knowing: Polyurethane Crosspolymer-2 is well tolerated by most skin types, but, like any film-forming polymer, overuse can potentially clog pores in blackhead-prone skin. It is also appreciated for its contribution to non-sticky product texture.

Present in: Common in foundations, mascaras, long-lasting lipsticks and certain suncare products for their hydrophobic properties.

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