NYLON-12

Ingredient type:EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: Nylon-12 is used in cosmetics for its smoothing and mattifying properties. It helps blur imperfections and give the skin a soft, velvety appearance. It also absorbs excess sebum, contributing to a matte finish.

Ingredient type: Mattifying

‍⚕️ Safety: Generally considered safe. Nylon-12 is widely used in the cosmetics industry without major restrictions.

✨ Vegan: Yes, Nylon-12 is a synthetic ingredient that does not contain any animal products.

✨ Note: It is well tolerated by most skin types. However, people with very sensitive skin may wish to test products containing this ingredient on a small area first.

Found in: Commonly used in foundations, face powders, and certain skincare products for oily skin to control shine.

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