Ingredient · 🇮🇳 India

Polyvinyl Alcohol

Film-forming agent / viscosity modifier Support / formulation
!Use with awareness

In our reference data, Polyvinyl Alcohol is a drying alcohol.

What it is

Polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) is a synthetic, water-soluble polymer commonly used in peel-off masks and as a film-forming, thickening, and binding agent in cosmetic formulations. It dries to form a flexible film on the skin that can be peeled away, often used for texture and adhesive properties rather than therapeutic effect.

Drying alcohol

Side effects reported in research

Reported effectHow oftenNotes
Skin dryness or tightnessUncommonThe film-forming and peeling action may transiently cause a tight or dry sensation, particularly with peel-off masks.
Mechanical irritation upon peelingUncommonRemoving the dried film can mechanically disturb superficial skin or fine hairs, causing mild redness.
Contact irritationRareGenerally considered low-irritancy and non-sensitizing in cosmetic concentrations.
Allergic contact dermatitisVery rareRarely reported; PVA is regarded as having low allergenic potential.

Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.

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