PVP
What PVP is & what it does
A film-forming polymer that improves the wear and transfer resistance of formulas by leaving a thin, holding film. It also helps stabilize and thicken.
Is PVP safe?
PVP (polyvinylpyrrolidone) is a synthetic polymer that is widely used in cosmetics and is generally considered safe for use in skincare, sunscreen, and hair products at the levels typically found in these formulas. It has a long history of use as a film former and is not known to penetrate the skin.
What does PVP do in skincare?
PVP acts primarily as a film former and binder, creating a thin, even layer on the skin or hair. In sunscreens and makeup it can help products spread smoothly and stay in place, and it is also used to stabilize and thicken formulas.
Is PVP natural or synthetic?
PVP is a synthetic polymer made from a monomer called vinylpyrrolidone. It is not derived from plants or animals, so it is suitable for vegan formulations.
Sunscreens with PVP
We rate 79 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:
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Avoskin The Great Shield Sun-Essence SPF 50 PA++++ (2022)
96/100
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Avoskin Your Skin Bae Shield Of Sun Essence SPF 50 PA++++
96/100
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Solante Atopica SPF 50+ Losyon
91/100
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9tails Exo-hydro SPF 50
89/100
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TonyMoly Mild Apricot Tone-Up Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++
89/100
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Solante Antiox Sun Care Lotion SPF 50+
86/100
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Codexial Effasun Post-Acte SPF 50+
86/100
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Evy Daily Uv Face Mousse Spf30
85/100
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Evy Sunscreen Mousse Kids SPF 50
85/100
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Pelladerma Photoblock Foam SPF 50
85/100