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Nylon-12
Nylon-12 is an odorless, slightly yellowish powder used as a polymer microsphere — a tiny ball made from repeated subunits. It is listed under CosIng with functions of bulking, opacifying, and viscosity controlling (CAS #: 25038-74-8). It is commonly found in makeup and setting powder formulations.
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other● Benefits
Nylon-12 gives products an elegant, silky texture and improved slip. It can scatter light to optically blur the appearance of fine lines while still allowing enough light through to keep skin looking natural.
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