murphyVP/Hexadecene Copolymer
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Vinyl Polymer, Film-forming Agent
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Bloom Effects
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COOLA
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Bloom Effects
Tulipscreen™ Whipped Butter Crème
Bloom Effects
Vital Skin Foundation Stick - Atelier 0
Westman Atelier
Synthetic
Occlusive
Clean
Vinylpyrrolidone Hexadecene Copolymer
CAS #
32440-50-9
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
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
Viscosity Controlling
Holds Formula Together
Creates Protective Barrier
Controls Viscosity
Locks In Moisture
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 764)
Not an Eye Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 764)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.036–24.1%
Rinse-off2%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2017 survey
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR