POLYURETHANE-33
Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE
✨ Role: Polyurethane-33 is used in cosmetics as a film-forming agent. It forms a light, flexible film on the skin or hair, improving the texture of the product and providing long-lasting hold. This makes it a popular ingredient in long-lasting makeup and certain hair styling products.
Ingredient type: Polymer
Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for use in cosmetic products at the recommended concentrations.
✨ Vegan: Yes, Polyurethane-33 is generally synthetic in origin and does not contain any animal by-products.
✨ Note: Although generally well tolerated, it may cause irritation for very sensitive skin. It is also non-biodegradable, which raises environmental concerns.
Found in: Makeup products such as mascara and foundation, as well as hairsprays and some long-lasting moisturizers.
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