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Film Former
Supportive ingredient categoryIngredients that create a thin, continuous layer on the skin after application. This film can improve product adhesion, durability, and performance.
Why it matters: Film-formers help products last longer on the skin, improve water resistance, and enhance the delivery or retention of active ingredients. They are commonly used in sunscreens, primers, and long-wear cosmetics.
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Atelocollagen
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Collagen
Dextran
Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer
Elastin
Galactoarabinan
Glyceryl Acrylate/Acrylic Acid Copolymer
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Hydrolyzed Elastin
Hydrolyzed Keratin
Hydrolyzed Pea Protein
Hydrolyzed Rice Protein
Hydrolyzed Silk
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Keratin
Polyquaternium-11
Polyquaternium-16
Polyquaternium-37
Polyquaternium-39
Polyquaternium-4
PVM/MA Copolymer
Polyvinyl Methyl Ether/Maleic Anhydride Copolymer