Polyvinyl Acetate
What Polyvinyl Acetate is & what it does
Polyvinyl Acetate is a synthetic film-forming polymer, the same general family used in some glues and coatings. In cosmetics it acts as a film former and binder, leaving a thin, flexible layer that helps products like masks, mascaras, and styling formulas set and hold. It can give peel-off or long-wear properties depending on the formula. It is generally considered a stable, well-tolerated ingredient on the skin.
What is Polyvinyl Acetate?
Polyvinyl Acetate is a synthetic film-forming polymer from the same general family used in some glues and coatings. In cosmetics it is used as a film former and binder.
What does Polyvinyl Acetate do in cosmetics?
It leaves a thin, flexible film that helps products like masks, mascaras, and styling formulas set and hold. It can give peel-off or long-wear properties depending on the formula.
Is Polyvinyl Acetate safe?
It is generally considered a stable, well-tolerated ingredient on the skin. No specific concern is flagged for it here.
Sunscreens with Polyvinyl Acetate
We rate 2 sunscreens that contain it:
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Kose Decorte Sun Shelter Very Water Resistant Sunscreen SPF 50+ Pa++++
79/100
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Kose Suncut Light Up UV Essence SPF 50+ Pa ++++
77/100