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Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer

What Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer is & what it does

A plant protein broken into small fragments that hydrate and form a smoothing, conditioning film on skin and hair. It adds softness and a temporary firming feel.

What does Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer do in skincare?

Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer is used as a film-forming and conditioning ingredient in skincare and haircare. It can help form a light, smoothing film that supports softness and manageability. It is commonly found in products aimed at improving surface feel.

Is Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer safe?

This ingredient is generally considered safe for topical cosmetic use at typical levels. Because it is derived in part from wheat, people with a known wheat or gluten allergy may wish to be cautious and patch test. Most other users tolerate it well.

Is Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer vegan?

The wheat protein portion of this ingredient is plant-derived and the PVP portion is synthetic, so it generally does not contain animal-sourced material. That typically makes it suitable for vegan formulas. Checking for a brand's vegan certification confirms it for a finished product.

Sunscreens with Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein/PVP Crosspolymer

We rate 78 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:

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