A biocompatible phospholipid copolymer that is designed to mimic the lipid-based cell membrane found in human skin. Its main function is as a humectant moisturizer.
Moisturizing
Humectant
Moisturizing (Humectant)
Humectants are moisturizing ingredients that draw moisture to the skin, either from deeper layers or from the environment (when it's humid).
Humectant
Moisturizing (Humectant)
Humectants are moisturizing ingredients that draw moisture to the skin, either from deeper layers or from the environment (when it's humid).
Other functions
Film-Forming
Film-Forming
Film-forming – creates a film to increase wear time.
Film-Forming
Film-Forming
Film-forming – creates a film to increase wear time.
Origin
Synthetic
Synthetic
All kinds of ingredients formulated or produced by a chemical process, or those that have a chemical modification in their structure.
Synthetic
Synthetic
All kinds of ingredients formulated or produced by a chemical process, or those that have a chemical modification in their structure.
Overview
Polyquaternium-51 is a biocompatible phospholipid copolymer that is designed to mimic the lipid-based cell membrane found in human skin. Its main function is as a moisturizer.
This humectant works by drawing in water from the environment or from deeper layers of the skin to keep the outer layers of skin well-hydrated.
In addition, polyquaternium-51 also acts as a film former, which means it forms a protective layer over the other ingredients in the product. This prevents them from being rinsed away too easily by water, sweat or friction. Film forming also aids in transfer resistance.
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Humectant
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