A synthetic copolymer used as a film former and hair fixative.
What it is
VP/methacrylamide/vinyl imidazole copolymer is a polymer of vinylpyrrolidone (VP), methacrylamide and vinyl imidazole. CosIng lists it as a film-forming and hair-fixing agent.
Where it is used
Found in hair styling products such as gels, mousses, sprays and leave-in products, and in some shampoos and conditioners.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
The INCI name does not show the molecular weight or the proportions of the monomers.
Functions
- Film forming
- Producing (upon application) a continuous film on the skin, hair or nails.
- Hair fixing
- Permitting physical control of hair style.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.
Products with this ingredient (18)
- Invigo Volume Boost Uplifting Hair Mist · Wella Professionals
- Kit Vamp! Forever & Vamp! Marker Duo · Pupa Milano
- Kit Vamp! Mascara & Vamp! Marker Duo · Pupa Milano
- Vamp! Marker Duo · Pupa Milano
- Wet Look Hair Gel · Balea Men
- Volume Effect Styling Mousse, Travel Size · Balea
- Curl Styling Mousse · Balea
- Styling Mousse Ultra Power · Balea
- Styling Mousse Pure Styling · Balea
- Hair Gel Power Flex · Balea
- Root Volume Booster · Balea
- Styling Mousse Volume Effect · Balea