VP/HEXADECENE COPOLYMER

Ingredient type: EMULSIFIER/TEXTURE

✨ Role: VP/Hexadecene Copolymer is primarily used for its film-forming properties. It forms a light, flexible film on the skin, helping to retain moisture while adding softness and longevity to cosmetic products such as makeup.

Ingredient type: Film-forming

Safety: Yes, this ingredient is considered safe for use in cosmetic products.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is generally synthetic and therefore vegan.

✨ Note: This ingredient is well tolerated by most skin types, but, as with any film-forming agent, it can be comedogenic for very oily or acne-prone skin. The risk of irritation is low, but a skin test is always recommended for sensitive skin.

Found in: Often used in foundations, compact powders, eyeliners, and other makeup products that require good staying power.

Comedogenic rating: