Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer

A synthetic ingredient registered as Penstia Powder trademark. It gives a silky and creamy texture to a formula, allowing a product glide smoothly on the skin. It also helps bind other ingredients together and achieve desired consistency and thickness.

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Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer

What is Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer?

Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer is a synthetic ingredient registered as Penstia Powder trademark. It is a synthetic polymer used extensively in cosmetic formulations.

A polymer is a large molecule composed of many repeated subunits, in this case, adipic acid and neopentyl glycol. This ingredient is valued for its unique characteristics that improve the performance and aesthetics of various skincare products.

Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer in Skincare

Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer gives a silky and creamy texture to a formula, allowing a product glide smoothly on the skin. It is valued for its multi-functional properties, which are:

  1. Anticaking Agent: It prevents the formation of lumps, ensuring a smooth and even texture in products like face powders or masks. This enhances the user experience by creating a seamless and silky application.

  2. Binding Agent: This crosspolymer binds ingredients together, creating a unified, stable product. This results in increased shelf life and consistency in skincare products such as lotions and creams.

  3. Bulking Agent: As a bulking agent, it adds volume to cosmetics without affecting their cleansing or moisturizing properties. This makes products more cost-effective and can improve their feel or spreadability.

  4. Slip Modifier: By modifying the 'slip' or glide of a product, it improves the product’s spreadability, leading to easier application and absorption on the skin. This is particularly useful in products like sunscreens, moisturizers, or foundations.

  5. Viscosity Controlling Agent: It plays a crucial role in controlling the thickness of skincare products, ensuring the consistency is just right for ease of use, while also maintaining the performance of the product.

Is Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer Safe for Skin?

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR), an independent body that assesses the safety of ingredients in cosmetics, has evaluated Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer. The CIR concluded that it is safe to use in cosmetics. Moreover, it doesn't appear to be associated with any serious health risks, such as cancer or reproductive toxicity.

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CIR Report. Safety Assessment of Trimellitic Anhydride Copolymers as Used in Cosmetics. 2016