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VP/Eicosene Copolymer

Film-forming polymer for durability, water resistance, and better product adherence to the skin. VP/Eicosene Copolymer is often found in SPF, sticks, lipsticks, and long-wear formulas.

film formerwater resistancelong-wearSPF
✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5

What is it?

VP/Eicosene Copolymer - oil-compatible film-forming polymer. After application, it creates a thin flexible film that helps the product adhere better to the surface and reduces smudging. Similar in function to VP/Hexadecene Copolymer, but with a longer alkyl fragment.

Sunscreens, lip products, sticks, waterproof makeup, long-wear foundation, outdoor formulas, and products where adhesion and durability are important.

Key Benefits

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Improves wear time
Helps actives, pigments, or UV filters stay as an even layer longer.
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Supports water resistance
Useful in formulas that need to better withstand moisture, sweat, or friction.
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Reduces product migration
In lip and eye products, helps the formula to smudge less around the edges.

Suitable for

SPF formulasdurable makeuplip productsoily skin

Main Actions

✓ film forming✓ water resistance✓ adhesion✓ long-wear
Technical component, not a skincare active

VP/Eicosene Copolymer does not treat the skin. Its value lies in the fact that the finished product adheres more evenly and lasts longer, especially in SPF and decorative cosmetics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does VP/Eicosene Copolymer do for skin?
Sunscreens, lip products, sticks, waterproof makeup, long-wear foundation, outdoor formulas, and products where adhesion and durability are important.
Who should use VP/Eicosene Copolymer?
VP/Eicosene Copolymer is suitable for: SPF formulas, durable makeup, lip products, oily skin.
Are there any warnings about VP/Eicosene Copolymer?
VP/Eicosene Copolymer does not treat the skin. Its value lies in the fact that the finished product adheres more evenly and lasts longer, especially in SPF and decorative cosmetics.

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