murphyButylated PVP
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Butylated polyvinylpyrrolidone
Synthetic
Occlusive
Clean
OriginDerived from polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP), a synthetic polymer created through vinyl monomer polymerization. Butylation is achieved by chemically adding butyl groups to the PVP backbone through esterification or etherification reactions.
1-Vinyl-2-pyrrolidone, homopolymer, butylated
CAS #
26160-96-3
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Binding
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Hair Fixing
Holds Formula Together
Creates Protective Barrier
Locks In Moisture
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Creates protective layer
Holds hair in place
Holds ingredients together
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR