POLYURETHANE-43

Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: Polyurethane-43 is a polymer used primarily as a film-forming agent in cosmetic products. It helps form a light, flexible film on the skin or hair, offering a soft, non-sticky feel.

Ingredient type: Film-forming

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, it's an ingredient generally considered safe for topical use, provided it complies with cosmetics regulations.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally of synthetic origin and is therefore suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Worth knowing: Polyurethane-43 can be used to improve hold and water resistance in make-up or hair products. It is unlikely to cause skin irritation, but as with all polymers, it is important to follow the instructions for use to avoid any unwanted build-up on the skin or hair.

Found in: Frequently used in foundations, mascaras and styling products such as hair sprays.

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