Polyvinylpyrrolidone
Polyvinylpyrrolidone
POL
9/10
Concern level
High concern
A synthetic water-soluble polymer used widely as a film former, binder, stabilizer, and viscosity modifier in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. In skincare it helps improve texture, hold, and product performance rather than acting as a primary skin-active. ([pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Povidone_-Unspecified?utm_source=openai))
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Chemical Properties
Molecular Weight
111.14 g/mol pH Range
3.00 - 7.00Typical Concentration
0.10% - 20.00%CAS Number: 9003-39-8
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin6/10
oily skin7/10
sensitive skin8/10
acne prone8/10
mature skin6/10
normal skin9/10
Interactions
incompatible with: No major ingredient incompatibilities are established for typical cosmetic use, Very high electrolyte loads can sometimes affect polymer performance in formulations
Risks & Warnings
Generally low risk for cosmetic use. Potential concerns are mostly related to product performance issues or rare sensitivity; the CIR safety assessment supports its use as a cosmetic polymer. ([cir-safety.org](https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/vinylpyrrolidone%20polymers.pdf?utm_source=openai))
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