VA/Butyl Maleate/Isobornyl Acrylate Copolymer

VA/butyl maleate/isobornyl acrylate copolymer is a synthetic film-forming polymer used in personal care products. It's chosen to create flexible films that improve adhesion, durability, and texture in hair styling and color cosmetics.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A film-forming polymer that helps hair styling and makeup hold longer.
Category
Tone/Texture
Type
Film Former

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Good

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Improves long-wear and smudge resistance while providing flexible hold and a smoother-looking finish, and improves the appearance of precision in styling and makeup looks.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in mascaras, liquid eyeliners, brow gels, and transfer-resistant foundations or primers; also used in hairsprays and styling creams.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Low inherent irritation risk; remove thoroughly to minimize buildup or occlusion, and avoid inhalation when used in sprays. Use as directed around the eyes to prevent flaking into the eye.

Is VA/Butyl Maleate/Isobornyl Acrylate Copolymer a Good Ingredient?

It rates Good because it reliably creates flexible, durable films that improve wear with low irritation potential for most users. Its performance is well established in makeup and hair products, though it offers no direct skin-corrective effect.

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