Nylon-12, also known as PA-12 or polyamide-12, is a synthetic polymer used in cosmetics and personal care products. It is primarily used as a bulking agent and opacifying agent. Nylon-12 is also hypo-allergenic and sterile. It is used as an absorbent and texture enhancer in skincare and makeup products. When present in high amounts, it tends to have mattifying properties. Nylon-12 is also used as a film former, which means it can help to create a barrier on the skin that can help to protect it from environmental stressors. It gives a wonderful blend to powders and helps mattify the skin by absorbing oil.
Oil Control: Nylon-12 helps absorb excess oil, reducing shine and giving the skin a matte finish. Skin Smoothing: Nylon-12 helps to fill in minor skin wrinkles and pores, giving the skin a smoother appearance. Soft Texture: Nylon-12 provides a soft texture and good spreadability to any product.
Suitable for oily skin
NA
Use less than 5% for powder shadows and 5% or so for powder face products.
Nylon-12 is a synthetic polymer made up of amino lauric acid monomers linked by amide bonds.
Safe for use in cosmetics with some qualifications
99% safe
Nylon-12 is not absorbed through the skin and is not associated with adverse dermal effects such as skin irritation or sensitization. Nylon-12 is also used as a film former, which means it can help to create a barrier on the skin that can help to protect it from environmental stressors. It tends to sit ON the skin and doesn’t blend into it as much.
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