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Is VP/Polycarbamyl Polyglycol Ester vegetarian?

VP/Polycarbamyl Polyglycol Ester

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VP/Polycarbamyl Polyglycol Ester is a synthetic polymer derived from vinylpyrrolidone and a polycarbamyl polyglycol ester, used as a film-forming agent, primarily in hair styling products.

Also known as PVP/Polycarbamyl Polyglycol Ester
INCI name VP/Polycarbamyl Polyglycol Ester
CosIng ID 60159
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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