The Application of PVP in Cosmetics

PVP application in cosmetics research began in the 1960s and is now in shampoo hair care, skin care products, decorations, etc widely used, one of the most prominent is the application in shampoo hair care. As excellent surfactants, PVP added to the shampoo can make the foam stable. Thanks to its physiological compatibility can neither on skin irritation nor allergic reactions, long-term use will not damage hair, after washing hair soft luster, easy to comb. Spray and moss shape with PVP added persistent, with good luster, and because the PVP has certain water imbibition, makes hair smooth and moist and won't appear dry. 

PVP chemical in hair products can be through the selection of monomer and the proportion of allocation, adjusting the water absorbing capacity, and is suitable for dry, normal, and oily hair. As a conditioner, the ingredients of PVP have unique advantages, the main components of the hair for protein, and the molecular structure of the PVP is similar to the protein, so can supplement hair nourishment composition. Use for a long time, the shampoo and hair care products containing PVP can make a hair pitch-black shine, and reduce split ends.

The role of polyvinylpyrrolidone in cosmetics mainly affects the stability of the emulsion, suspending liquid dispersions, moisturizing, and film-forming role in skin care products. The role of PVP in sunscreen is not just wetting, for example, more important is the film which was formed through the skin from the sun, protecting the skin. In addition, PVP in other ways, such as pigment stability agent, deodorant, perfume, toothpaste, shaving cream, etc. Many have special use in cosmetics.