INCI: VP/HEXADECENE COPOLYMER
VP/Hexadecene Copolymer (CAS 32440-50-9) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Oil-soluble film-forming polymer; UV filter substantivity enhancer; aids SPF ret. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted.
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Oil-soluble copolymer that increases the substantivity of UV filters after water immersion, working synergistically with primary film formers and silicone resins to support 40-minute and 80-minute water-resistance SPF claims. Generally safe as used. The EU classifies VP/Hexadecene Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
VP/Hexadecene Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
VP/Hexadecene Copolymer functions as: Oil-soluble film-forming polymer; UV filter substantivity enhancer; aids SPF retention after water immersion. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 32440-50-9.
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