Surfactant ingredient
Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate
A synthetic polymer used as a film former and emulsion stabilizer that leaves a temporary tightening, smoothing film on skin.
film-formingemulsion-stabilizingviscosity-controlling
Benefits
- ✓Forms a flexible film that can temporarily smooth the look of fine lines
- ✓Stabilizes emulsion texture
No known watch-fors.
In depth
What it does
A synthetic polymer used as a film former and emulsion stabilizer that leaves a temporary tightening, smoothing film on skin. As an surfactant ingredient, it is particularly valued for forms a flexible film that can temporarily smooth the look of fine lines and stabilizes emulsion texture.
Skin type guide
Generally well-tolerated across skin types. Patch testing is still recommended when introducing any new ingredient.
How to use it
Used as part of a cleanser, so placement is straightforward — it's your first step, applied to damp skin and rinsed off thoroughly. Avoid overwashing, which can disrupt the skin barrier.