Film-forming agents

Film-forming agents help to lock in moisture by creating a protective film on the skin, which can enhance the effectiveness of moisturisers.

In hair care products, film-forming agents help to seal the cuticles, which protects the hair and enhances its shine.

Film-forming agents create a layer that adheres to the skin, helping to keep makeup in place for longer and to withstand environmental conditions.

Yes, film-forming agents are often used in sun care products. By forming a thin protective layer on the surface of the skin, they enhance its natural barrier function and thereby improve the effectiveness of sunscreens.

Like all cosmetic ingredients, film-forming agents can potentially trigger a skin allergy, depending on individual sensitivity. This is why it is important to test your cosmetics when using them for the first time.

No, the fact that a substance forms a film on the skin’s surface does not necessarily mean it blocks the pores. Dimethicone or carnauba wax, for example, are film-forming agents that are non-comedogenic.

They do not supply water directly, but help to retain it. Their action is therefore indirect, via the reduction of dehydration.

These include polymers, silicones, hydrolysed proteins and certain polysaccharides. Their structure allows the formation of a film on the surface of the skin or hair.

Yes, they can smooth the skin surface and visually improve its uniformity.