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Key benefits: Hydration.

Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp Copolymer

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Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer is a copolymer of ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate and vinylpyrrolidone monomers

Purpose

A synthetic polymer and film-forming agent that also serves as a thickening agent in cosmetics products.

Rating

GOOD

Category

Texture Enhancer, Film-Forming Agent, Polymer

INCI Purpose

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Benefits

Hydration — Attracts and locks in moisture to keep skin plump and dewy

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Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP copolymer is a synthetic polymer and film-forming agent that also serves to thicken cosmetic formulas. It is used in low amounts in a variety of products due to its stabilizing abilities and esthetically pleasing feel.

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