Polyvinyl Alcohol

Primary Function

Stabilizer

Safety Verdict

Mostly Safe

Health Score

7/10

Eco Score

5/10

About Polyvinyl Alcohol

Water-soluble film-forming polymer used in peel-off masks and as a binding agent in cosmetics.

Formulation Role & Skin Benefits

Polyvinyl Alcohol is selected for formulations requiring protecting delicate active ingredients from degrading due to light, air, or heat, delivering ensuring your product works as effectively on the last day as the first.

Best suited for all skin types, essential for high-performance and antioxidant formulas. Typical formulation context: antioxidant serums, vitamin C formulas, retinol creams, and emulsions.