Polyvinylpyrrolidone Powder

Polyvinylpyrrolidone Powder
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Synonyms: Polyvinylpyrrolidone, PVP, Povidone
Appearance: White to off-white fine powder, free-flowing, strong hygroscopicity
Raw Source: Synthetic polymer from N-vinylpyrrolidone monomer, high-purity cosmetic-grade purification
Technology: Polymerization, impurity removal, filtration, decolorization, purification, fine drying
Recommended Dosage (Cosmetic Grade): 0.2%-8.0%; 0.2%-2.0% for skincare & sunscreen formulas; 2.0%-8.0% for hair styling & color cosmetic formulas
Shelf Life: 24 months under sealed, cool and dry storage
Category
Cosmetic Raw Materials
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Product Description

 

 

Polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) Powder is a high‑purity synthetic water‑soluble polymer refined for cosmetic applications. It is a premium cosmetic‑grade raw material, well‑known for outstanding film‑forming capacity, pigment dispersion and formula stabilizing property.

It forms a transparent, flexible protective film on skin and hair surface, delivers long‑lasting hair styling and color locking effects, improves smooth touch of hair and complexion. It has excellent formulation compatibility, works perfectly with anionic, cationic and non‑ionic surfactants, can be used in hair styling items, color cosmetics, sunscreen, serum, cream and lotion products.

 

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Items Specifications Test Results
Appearance White or off‑white fine powder Complies
Odor Odorless, characteristic slight polymer smell Complies
Loss on Drying ≤5.0% 3.12%
Assay ≥98.0 % 99.25%
Heavy Metal Total ≤20.0mg/kg Complies
Lead (Pb) ≤2.0mg/kg Complies
Arsenic (As) ≤2.0mg/kg Complies
Mercury (Hg) ≤1.0mg/kg Complies
Microbiology    
Total Plate Count ≤1000cfu/g <85cfu/g
Yeast & Moulds ≤100cfu/g <10cfu/g
E.Coli, Pseudomonas, Staphylococcus Negative Negative

Functions and Effects

◆Superior film-forming & styling performance

Forms transparent flexible film on skin and hair, delivers long-lasting hold, locks pigment color and improves surface smoothness.

◆Efficient dispersion & stabilization capacity

Uniformly disperses cosmetic pigments and fine powders, prevents particle aggregation, stabilizes color cosmetic and emulsion systems.

◆Wide solubility & excellent formula compatibility

Freely soluble in water and ethanol, compatible with anionic, cationic and nonionic surfactants, stable within pH 3.0-9.0 cosmetic systems.

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Application Fields

 

It is widely incorporated into hair styling gel, hair spray, foundation, sunscreen cream and lip cosmetics with recommended dosage 0.2%-8.0%; it can be compounded with thickeners, humectants, pigments and surfactants to boost film-forming performance, stabilize pigment dispersion and improve formula texture.

It forms transparent flexible film on hair or skin surface to provide long-lasting styling and color-locking effect. It shows excellent solubility in water and ethanol and delivers stable performance within pH 3.0-9.0.

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Business Scope

 

 

0421001

 

Packaging And Transportation Methods

 

 

001

 

Certificationss

 

 

222

 

FAQ

 

 

Q1: What is Polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) Powder?
A1: It is cosmetic-grade water-soluble synthetic polymer, widely used as film-forming agent and dispersant for skincare, hair care and color cosmetics.
Q2: What are the main functions of PVP in cosmetic formulas?
A2: It forms transparent flexible film for hair styling and color fixing, disperses pigments, adjusts viscosity and stabilizes cosmetic systems.
Q3: What is the recommended dosage of cosmetic grade PVP Powder?
A3: The suggested dosage ranges from 0.2% to 8.0%. 0.2%-2.0% for skincare & sunscreen; 2.0%-8.0% for hair styling and color cosmetics.
Q4: What solvents can PVP powder dissolve in?
A4: It is freely soluble in water and ethanol, insoluble in non-polar solvents such as acetone and ether.
Q5: What pH range is PVP stable in cosmetic formulations?
A5: It keeps stable within pH 3.0-9.0, compatible with anionic, cationic and nonionic surfactants.
Q6: Is PVP powder irritating to skin?
A6: Cosmetic-grade PVP has low skin irritation. It is chemically inert and safe for topical cosmetic application under recommended dosage.
Q7: How should we store PVP powder?
A7: Keep tightly sealed under cool and dry environment. It is highly hygroscopic; avoid moisture to prevent caking.
Q8: Can PVP be used together with other cosmetic raw materials?
A8: Yes. It can be compounded with humectants, plant extracts, thickeners and pigments to optimize finished product performance.
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No. 56, Jinye 1st Road, Hi-Tech Zone, Xi'an,Shaanxi   Province, China

Phone Number

18092919441

E-mail

peri@taianbio.com

 

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