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. [1] [2] [3]

They are commonly found as ingredients of cosmetics, particular hair-care products, but also moisturizers and other skin-care products. [4]

Side effects

Film-forming agents can be skin sensitizers for some individuals. [5]

References

  1. ↑ "Polyvinylpyrrolidone in skincare, What is? | Lesielle". www.lesielle.com. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
  2. ↑ "Acrylates Copolymer in skincare, What is? | Lesielle". www.lesielle.com. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
  3. ↑ "PVP: The Controversial Styling Agent Lurking in Your Hair Products". www.maxgreenalchemy.com. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
  4. ↑ "PVP (Polyvinylpyrrolidone) - Ingredient INCI Beauty". incibeauty.com. Retrieved 2025-06-12.
  5. ↑ Cosmetic Ingredient Dictionary Archived 2007-09-28 at the Wayback Machine . Retrieved on August 2007.


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