Film-forming agent
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Film-forming agents are a group of chemicals that leave a pliable, cohesive, and continuous covering over the hair or skin when applied to their surface. This film has strong hydrophilic properties and leaves a smooth feel on skin.
Film-forming agents include polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP), acrylates, acrylamides, and copolymers.
They are commonly found as ingredients of cosmetics, particular hair-care products, but also moisturizers and other skin-care products.
Side effects
[edit]Film-forming agents can be skin sensitizers for some individuals.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary Archived 2007-09-28 at the Wayback Machine. Retrieved on August 2007.
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