POLYPROPYLENE TEREPHTHALATE

Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: Used primarily for its texturing properties, polypropylene terephthalate enhances the sensoriality of cosmetic products by providing a smooth, silky feel on application. It can also be used as a film-forming agent to help hold formulas in place.

Ingredient type: Synthetic

‍⚕️ Safety: Generally safe. This ingredient is considered non-irritating and non-sensitizing when used as recommended.

✨ Vegan: Yes, being a synthetic polymer, it is not derived from animals.

✨ Worth knowing: Polypropylene terephthalate is a type of plastic, often criticized for its environmental impact. However, it is stable and unlikely to penetrate the skin.

Present in: Mainly used in make-up products such as powders, eyeshadows and foundations, as well as in some hair care and sun care products.