VP/VA Copolymer

Why Use VP/VA Copolymer?

VP/VA Copolymer is an industry-standard styling and film-forming agent that helps products adhere to hair and skin while maintaining flexibility. It’s frequently used in hair sprays, gels, and styling creams to provide hold and shape memory. On the skin, it improves adhesion of makeup and sunscreens, enhances water resistance, and helps pigments and actives stay in place.

Key Benefits:

• Excellent film-forming and styling performance
• Provides flexible hold without flaking
• Improves water resistance and product durability
• Enhances adhesion of pigments and active ingredients
• Reduces tackiness and improves product feel

Common Applications:

• Hair sprays and styling gels
• Conditioning and styling creams
• Water-resistant sunscreens and primers
• Long-wear makeup and BB/CC creams
• Liquid lipsticks and brow products

Usage Guidelines:

• Typical use: 1% – 10% depending on desired hold and film thickness
• Dissolve in ethanol or water/ethanol mixture before combining with other ingredients
• Can be combined with plasticizers (e.g., propylene glycol, glycerin) for softer, more flexible films
• Stable across a wide pH range (4 – 7)

Formulation Tips:

• For stronger hold, use higher percentages and pair with other styling polymers
• Add after heating phases to avoid viscosity loss
• Combine with silicones or emollients for improved feel and shine

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