A lightweight polymer that creates a smooth, opaque finish in formulas, helping products apply evenly and look polished on skin.
CAS #
27554-92-3
Form
Powder
State
Solid
Synthetic
Synthetic. Derived from three synthetic monomers: methacrylic acid, styrene, and vinyl pyrrolidone (VP), all petroleum-based chemicals.
Synthesized through free-radical polymerization of the three monomers, typically initiated by peroxide or azo catalysts at elevated temperatures.
Function
Opacifying | Film Forming | Viscosity Controlling
Benefits
Adds Opacity
Locks In Moisture
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Creates creamy opacity
Traditional Use
Synthetic polymer developed mid-to-late 20th century for use in cosmetics as a film-forming and suspending agent; designed to replace natural gums and resins with more consistent performance.