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VA/Butyl Maleate/Isobornyl Acrylate Copolymer
VA/Butyl Maleate/Isobornyl Acrylate Copolymer
A synthetic film former used to make sunscreens and color products more water- and wear-resistant.
What it does
VA/Butyl Maleate/Isobornyl Acrylate Copolymer is a synthetic film-forming polymer often paired with sunscreen filters. As the product dries it forms a continuous, water-resistant film that helps the formula and its UV filters stay evenly on the skin. It is a film-and-wear ingredient rather than a skin active.
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