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Nylon 6/12

What Nylon 6/12 is & what it does

Nylon 6/12 is a synthetic polyamide powder used in cosmetics as a texturizer and bulking agent. In foundations, sunscreens, and primers its fine spherical particles improve slip, absorb excess oil, and give a soft, blurred, velvety finish on the skin. It is chemically inert and valued for its smooth, silky feel.

Is Nylon 6/12 safe?

Nylon 6/12 is a chemically inert synthetic powder used to improve texture in cosmetics and is generally considered safe and non-reactive on skin. It mostly stays on the surface to refine feel and finish. As with any product, those with sensitive skin can patch test first.

Does Nylon 6/12 clog pores?

Nylon 6/12 is an inert powder used at low levels to give a soft, blurred finish, and it is not generally regarded as a notably pore-clogging ingredient. It can absorb some surface oil, which many find helpful on combination skin. Overall pore response still depends on the complete formula.

Is Nylon 6/12 natural or synthetic?

Nylon 6/12 is a fully synthetic polyamide polymer manufactured for cosmetic use. It is not derived from plants or animals. Its appeal comes from the smooth, silky, blurring feel it adds to powders and creams.

Sunscreens with Nylon 6/12

We rate 32 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:

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