Other ingredient
Hydrogenated Styrene/Methylstyrene/Indene Copolymer
A hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin used as an oil-gelling agent and tackifier, commonly forming the adhesive layer in hydrocolloid acne patches and long-wear color cosmetics.
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Benefits
- ✓Acts as a tackifying adhesive in hydrocolloid and pimple patches
- ✓Gels and thickens oil phases
- ✓Forms a durable, flexible film
No known watch-fors.
In depth
What it does
A hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin used as an oil-gelling agent and tackifier, commonly forming the adhesive layer in hydrocolloid acne patches and long-wear color cosmetics. As an other ingredient, it is particularly valued for acts as a tackifying adhesive in hydrocolloid and pimple patches, gels and thickens oil phases, and forms a durable, flexible film.
Skin type guide
Generally well-tolerated across skin types. Patch testing is still recommended when introducing any new ingredient.