Polyvinyl laurate (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 26246-91-3; Ethenyl dodecanoates, homopolymer

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

"Polyvinyl" means vinyl polymers, a group of polymers based on vinyl monomers. "Laurate" refers to esters of lauric acid.

Polyvinyl laurate is a homopolymeric ethenyl dodecanoate. The polymer is used in cosmetic formulations. It acts as a binder (ensures the desired cohesion of powdery, powdery or creamy products, prevents the separation of solids and liquid components), film former (forms a film on skin, hair or nails when applied) and viscosity regulator (increases or decreases the viscosity of cosmetic products).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer