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VP/METHACRYLAMIDE/VINYL IMIDAZOLE COPOLYMER

CAS 38139-93-4
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A synthetic styling copolymer used to give hair hold and humidity resistance. High molecular weight means it stays on the hair fibre with no significant skin penetration.

Function

FILM FORMINGHAIR FIXING

Skin benefits

  • Hair-fixing copolymer
  • Conditioning film
  • Humidity resistance

Known concerns

  • High MW polymer — minimal absorption
  • Trace residual monomers

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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