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Film formers in cosmetics: protection and shine for the skin
Film formers play a central role in the cosmetics industry. They form a thin, protective film on the skin or hair that is used for a variety of purposes, from moisture retention to shine. Film formers are used in many cosmetic products, from hair styling products to skin creams and decorative cosmetics. In this article, you will learn more about how film formers work and their versatile uses in cosmetics.
What are film formers?
Film formers are ingredients that form a protective layer on the skin or hair. This layer can help lock in moisture, protect the skin and give hair extra hold or shine. They can be in both water-soluble and water-insoluble forms, depending on the function they are intended to perform in the product.
Function and Effect
Filmmakers have the following tasks:
Moisture protection: They form a barrier that prevents moisture from evaporating.
Protective layer: They protect the skin or hair from harmful environmental influences.
Hold and shape: In hair care products they provide hold and help with styling.
Shine and suppleness: In skin and hair care products they provide a smooth, shiny finish.
Applications of film formers
Skin care: Protect the skin from external influences, retain moisture and improve skin texture.
Hair care: Provides shine and protects hair from styling damage, helps with hair fixation.
Makeup: Creates a smooth base and gives the skin a light shine.
| Designation | INCI Name | area of operation | effect on the body |
|---|---|---|---|
| So that | So that | skin care, hair care | Forms a moisturizing and firming film. |
| Algin | Algin | skin care, masks | Forms a moisturizing, firming layer. |
| Arabinoxylan | Arabinoxylan | skin care, hair care | Forms protective and moisturizing films. |
| Ascorbyl Palmitate | Ascorbyl Palmitate | skin care, sun protection products | Forms an antioxidant protective layer on the skin. |
| Beeswax | Alba Wax | skin care, lip balms | Forms a protective film on the skin. |
| Behenyl Alcohol | Behenyl Alcohol | skin care, hair care | Forms a moisturizing, protective film. |
| Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane | Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane | sunscreen products | Forms a UV-protective film on the skin. |
| Carnauba Wax | Copernicia Cerifera Wax | hair and skin care | Strengthens and protects the skin, water-repellent. |
| Carrageenan | Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan) | skin care, masks | Forms a firming, moisturizing layer. |
| Microcrystalline Wax | Microcrystalline Wax | skin care, lip care | Forms a highly water-repellent, protective layer. |
| Cetearyl Alcohol | Cetearyl Alcohol | skin care, makeup | Forms moisture-retaining films. |
| Cetyl Palmitate | Cetyl Palmitate | skin care, makeup | Forms a protective and smoothing film. |
| Cetyl Ricinoleate | Cetyl Ricinoleate | skin care, hair care | Forms a smoothing, moisturizing layer. |
| Cyclomethicone | Cyclomethicone | hair care, skin care | Protects hair from moisture loss. |
| Dimethicone | Dimethicone | skin and hair care | Forms a protective, moisture-binding layer. |
| Dimethylacrylamide | Dimethylacrylamide | hair care, styling products | Forms a durable, flexible film. |
| Ethylcellulose | Ethylcellulose | skin care, hair care | Forms transparent films that have a protective effect. |
| Ethylhexyl Stearate | Ethylhexyl Stearate | skin care, makeup | Forms a protective, moisturizing layer. |
| Gellan Gum | Gellan Gum | skin care, masks | Forms a protective, firming layer. |
| Glyceryl Stearate | Glyceryl Stearate | skin care, makeup | Forms a moisturizing protective barrier. |
| Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride | Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride | hair care | Forms a protective film on the hair. |
| Hydrogenated Castor Oil | Hydrogenated Castor Oil | skin care, lip care | Forms a soft, protective film. |
| Hydroxyethylcellulose | Hydroxyethylcellulose | skin care, hair care | Forms gentle, water-soluble films on the skin. |
| Isopropyl Myristate | Isopropyl Myristate | skin care, makeup | Forms a protective, non-stick film. |
| Isostearyl Alcohol | Isostearyl Alcohol | skin care, hair care | Forms a protective, smoothing film. |
| Jojoba Wax | Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Wax | skin and lip care | Forms a smoothing, protective film. |
| Kaolin | Kaolin | skin care, makeup | Forms a matting layer, absorbs oil. |
| Lecithin | Lecithin | skin care, hair care | Forms moisture-retaining films on skin and hair. |
| Magnesium Stearate | Magnesium Stearate | skin care, makeup | Forms a stable film on the skin. |
| Designation | INCI Name | area of operation | effect on the body |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maltodextrin | Maltodextrin | skin care, hair care | Forms a moisturizing, nourishing layer. |
| Methylcellulose | Methylcellulose | hair care, styling products | Forms flexible, water-soluble films. |
| Octyl Methoxycinnamate | Octyl Methoxycinnamate | sunscreen products | Forms a UV-protective film on the skin. |
| Paraffin Wax | Paraffin | skin care, lip care | Forms a highly water-repellent protective layer. |
| PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil | PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil | skin care, makeup | Forms a smoothing, moisturizing layer. |
| Polyquaternium-7 | Polyquaternium-7 | hair care, styling products | Forms smoothing, protective films on the hair. |
| Polyvinyl Alcohol | Polyvinyl Alcohol | skin care, masks | Forms protective, peelable films. |
| PVP | Polyvinylpyrrolidone | hair care, styling products | Forms structuring, fixing films. |
| Quaternium-80 | Quaternium-80 | hair care | Forms smoothing and protective films on the hair. |
| Rice Bran Wax | Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax | skin care, lip care | Forms a nourishing protective layer. |
| Shea Butter | Butyrospermum Parkii Butter | skin care, hair care | Forms a rich, moisturizing layer. |
| Silica | Silica | skin care, makeup | Forms a matting and fixing layer. |
| Sorbitan Stearate | Sorbitan Stearate | skin care, makeup | Forms a protective, moisture-retaining barrier. |
| Squalane | Squalane | skin care, makeup | Forms a non-greasy, moisturizing layer. |
| Stearic Acid | Stearic Acid | skin care, soaps | Forms a protective barrier on the skin. |
| Tapioca Starch | Tapioca Starch | skin care, makeup | Forms a smoothing and absorbent layer. |
| Trimethylsiloxysilicate | Trimethylsiloxysilicate | hair care, skin care | Forms a water-repellent, long-lasting film. |
| which | which | hair care, skin care | Forms flexible, smoothing films on the skin. |
| Zinc Stearate | Zinc Stearate | skin care, makeup | Forms a protective, matting layer. |
