POLYURETHANE-40
Ingredient type:EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE
✨ Role: Polyurethane-40 is mainly used as a film-forming agent in cosmetic products. It forms a supple, elastic film on the surface of the skin or hair, enabling hairstyles to be set or make-up to last longer.
Ingredient type: Polymer
⚕️ Safety: Yes, generally considered safe in the concentrations used in cosmetics.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and does not contain any animal derivatives.
✨ Worth knowing: Polyurethane-40 is non-occlusive, which means it doesn't block pores and lets the skin breathe. However, excessive use could cause product build-up, so proper cleansing is recommended.
Present in: This polymer is often found in styling gels, hairsprays, long-lasting foundations and certain types of sun creams and mascaras.
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