What Is It?
Polyvinyl Alcohol is a polymer of vinyl alcohol.Polyvinyl alcohol, also known as PVOH, PVA, or PVAL, is a synthetic polymer that is soluble inwater. It is effective in film forming, emulsifying, and has an adhesive quality. It has no odor and is not toxic, and is resistant to grease, oils, and solvents.In cosmetics and personal care products, Polyvinyl Alcohol is used in a wide range of products, including makeup, skin care products and facial masks.
Why is it used in cosmetics and personal care products?
Polyvinyl Alcohol increases the thickness of the lipid (oil) portion of cosmetics. It may also be used as a film former or a binder.Polyvinyl alcohol / pva / ghoshenol is a peel off mask material what is peel off mask, mask worn on facial skin and then exfoliated after dry. Such masks are quite effective to remove dead skin cells, blackheads, skin impurities, unwanted facial hair, improve skin color and texture.
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