Polymer
A family of substances, that when added to a product, provides elasticity, hardness, and strength. Examples of polymers include plastics, fibers, and rubber. It is a common ingredient in nail polishes.
Polymers - compounds commonly used to bind styling products to the hair and sunscreens to the skin.
Polysorbate 20 - a substance used in shampoos and cleansers to build lather.
Potassium hydroxide - an alkali used in soap and shampoos.
Polymers in a water dispersed form (latexes) can bring some level of water resistance to the group of normally non-water resistant mascaras.
Polymer: A chemical compound or mixture of compounds formed by polymerization (a chemical reaction in which two or more molecules combine to form larger molecules that contain repeating structural units).
A polymer mascara with a tapered styling effect, which was developed through research into capilllary technology. It coats, smoothens and glosses your lashes to the max.
VP/VA copolymer
Styling ingredient that adds holding ability to the product.
Beauty in things exists in the mind which contemplates them.
- David Hume ...
PVP/VA Copolymer
Polyvinylpyrrolidone, creates water resistance. Possible carcinogen (cancer causing).
A hydrated polymeric clathrate containing vegetally-derived glycerin that is readily soluble in water, forming permeable films on the skin.
Hostapon CT Paste
(Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate) ...
Carbomer - A polymer on the basis of acrylic acid. Provides a thickening, gelling action and consistency regulator for cosmetic products.
Cationic - Possessing a positive electrical charge.
The most abundant polymer found in nature. Used as a setting agent in hairsprays, styling gels and mousses. A natural alternative to synthetic polymers (such as PVP) found in most mass-produced styling aids.
Acrylates C 10-30 Alkyl Acrylates Crosspolymer - This emulsifier helps thicken and stabilize product formulations.
Batyl Alcohol - A humectant derived from glycerin that helps draw moisture to the skin.
expert=Peter_M_Mitchell]Peter M Mitchell Acrylates/C10-30, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer - A film forming agent that produces excellent water binding properties. Used as a moisturizing agent.
* Hydroxyethyl Celiulose: A naturally derived polymer which helps modify viscosity and form gels with water-soluble ingredients. Helps protect the skin and impact a certain feel.
Some "shield" the hair shaft with polymers (polymers are strings of "like" molecules- a chain). Some detanglers are instant, some take 1-5 minutes to work. Recommendations: ...
Carbomer: (derived from polymers and organic acids) thickens, emulsifies
Cetearyl alcohol: (combination of cetyl & stearyl alcohol from coconut oil) emollient & emulsifier
Cetyl alcohol: (from coconut) emollient and emulsifier ...
They are polymeric forms of ethylene oxide. They can be either synthetic or derived from animal or vegetable sources.
Pepsin (A): enzyme usually derived from the stomach of grown calves or sometimes pigs.
MANGANESE CHLORIDE; CHOLESTEROL; PHOSPHOLIPIDS; MALTODEXTRIN; ASCORBYL TOCOPHERYL MALEATE; CYCLODEXTRIN; SODIUM HYALURONATE; TREHALOSE; NORDIHYDROGUAIARETIC ACID; PALMITOYL HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM; AMYLOPECTIN/GLYCERIN CROSSPOLYMER; PANTETHINE; ...
Ethyl Ester PVM/MA Copolymer
Humidity resistant, non-tacky polymer.
Eucalyptus (an essential oil)
Eucalyptus is an organic essential oil that comes from the Eucalyptus Globulus. Eucalyptus oil is a strong antiseptic.
Lightening Gel: Contains kojic acid, azelaic acid, lactic, glycolic acid polymers, ascorbic acid and betacarotene.
SkinCeuticals Phyto+: Contains kojic acid, arbutin glycoside, cucumber, thyme and hyaluronic acid.
Water-based gels consist of polymers that form a film around individual hairs, making them easier to shape.
Spray gels deliver tiny droplets of polymers.
Pomades are oil-based and give hair added shine.
They both contain soluble polymers, but in different formulations.
Blow Drying: Heat is potentionally damaging to the hair because it results in the loss of natural oils and moisture, thereby making hair more prone to damage.
PEG (Polyethylene Glycol or Polyoxyethylene Glycol): Polymeric forms of ethylene oxide. An organic configuration that is reacted with various other molecules to produce a wide range of cosmetic materials.
Why it lasts: Acrylic polymers (plastic that adheres to nails)
Polish: Sally Hansen No Chip 10 Day Nail Color
$5, sallybeauty.com
Tester wore during: Playing basketball, zipping tight jeans, unpacking boxes, washing dishes, biting nails ...
Gel Face Masks liquid masks containing polymers which cause a light film to form when they dry. They are for the younger crowd sence these masks act as mild exfoliants and clean the face lightly when cleaned off.
(Bilberry) Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Ceteareth-5, Cyclomethicone, PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer, ...
Brassica Campestris/Aleurites Fordi Oil Copolymer Blend of two plant oils, rapeseed (canola) and tung nut, with excellent film-forming and moisturizing properties.
XANTHAN GUM - A natural sugar polymer found on the foliage of leafy green plants. A natural thickener, this food grade material is edible and often used to thicken ice cream and salad dressing as well as natural cosmetics.
Pectin (Fruit):
Used as a natural polymer that increases ingredient cohesion and water resistance ...
The product line features Regenium XY, an advanced polymer that actually thickens and texturizes hair for more efficient scalp coverage, delivering up to 50% thicker looking hair and better styling control.
There are lots of shampoos, conditioners and mousses on the market promising to volumize your hair. How does this work? These products contain humectants that swell the hair shaft while polymers coat each strand. Your hair instantly looks thicker.
 See also: Natural, Acid, Protein, Body, Extract
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