Acetic acid ethenyl ester, polymer with ethenylbenzene
CAS #
25213-29-0
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Opacifying
Creates Protective Barrier
Adds Opacity
Creates protective layer
Creates creamy opacity
Traditional Use
A synthetic polymer combining styrene with vinyl acetate, developed in the mid-20th century for use in cosmetics as a film-forming and suspending agent. Created for modern formulation needs.