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Polyurethane-35

What Polyurethane-35 is & what it does

Polyurethane-35 is a synthetic film-forming polymer in the polyurethane family. In sunscreens and skincare it is used mainly as a film former and viscosity controller, helping a product spread smoothly and leave an even, water-resistant layer on the skin. This film-forming property can improve the wear and resilience of sunscreen on the surface of the skin.

What does Polyurethane-35 do in skincare?

Polyurethane-35 is a synthetic film-forming polymer used mainly as a film former and viscosity controller. In sunscreens and skincare it helps a product spread smoothly and leave an even, water-resistant layer on the skin. This film can improve how well a sunscreen wears on the surface of the skin.

Is Polyurethane-35 natural or synthetic?

Polyurethane-35 is a synthetic ingredient. It belongs to the polyurethane family of polymers, which are manufactured rather than sourced from plants or animals. It is used for its consistent, reliable film-forming performance.

Is Polyurethane-35 safe?

Polyurethane-35 is used in cosmetic formulas as a film former and is intended to stay on the surface of the skin. As with any ingredient, the finished product and concentration matter, and individual reactions can vary. If you have sensitive skin, patch testing a new product first is a reasonable precaution.

Sunscreens with Polyurethane-35

We rate 13 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:

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