Vp/vinyl Alcohol Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, hair fixing, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
VP/Vinyl Alcohol Copolymer is the product formed by the polymerization and subsequent hydrolysis of vinylpyrrolidone and vinyl acetate.
What does it do?
Vp/vinyl Alcohol Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Hair fixing
holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Vp/vinyl Alcohol Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Vp/vinyl Alcohol Copolymer?
Vp/vinyl Alcohol Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. VP/Vinyl Alcohol Copolymer is the product formed by the polymerization and subsequent hydrolysis of vinylpyrrolidone and vinyl acetate.
Is Vp/vinyl Alcohol Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Vp/vinyl Alcohol Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Vp/vinyl Alcohol Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Vp/vinyl Alcohol Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, hair fixing, humectant, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Vp/vinyl Alcohol Copolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Vp/vinyl Alcohol Copolymer is 26008-54-8.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 28/11/2014