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PEI Ingredients Origin: PEI stands for poly-ethylene-imine, more correctly called aziridine homopolymers. PEI is similar to PEG where the oxygen atoms in PEG have been replaced by nitrogen atoms. Function: Most PEI ingredients are thickeners (viscosity adjusters). Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PEI-7 Origin: A synthetic compound derived from aziridine (polyethyleneimine). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PEI-10 Origin: A synthetic compound derived from aziridine (polyethyleneimine). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PEI-14M Origin: A synthetic compound derived from aziridine (polyethyleneimine). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PEI-15 Origin: A synthetic compound derived from aziridine (polyethyleneimine). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PEI-30 Origin: A synthetic polymer derived from aziridine (polyethyleneimine). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PEI-35 Origin: A synthetic polymer derived from aziridine (polyethyleneimine). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PEI-45 Origin: A synthetic polymer derived from aziridine (polyethyleneimine). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PEI-250 Origin: A synthetic polymer derived from aziridine (polyethyleneimine). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PEI-275 Origin: A synthetic polymer derived from aziridine (polyethyleneimine). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PEI-700 Origin: A synthetic polymer derived from aziridine (polyethyleneimine). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PEI-1000 Origin: A synthetic polymer derived from aziridine (polyethyleneimine). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PEI-1400 Origin: A synthetic polymer derived from aziridine (polyethyleneimine). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PEI-1500 Origin: A synthetic polymer derived from aziridine (polyethyleneimine). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PEI-1750 Origin: A synthetic polymer derived from aziridine (polyethyleneimine). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PEI-2500 Origin: A synthetic polymer derived from aziridine (polyethyleneimine). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pelargonic Acid Origin: The archaic name for nonanoic acid which was originally obtained from pelargonium leaves but is now usually prepared synthetically. Function: Solvent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pelargonium Capitatum Origin: Extract of Rose-Scented Geranium obtained from Pelargonium capitatum, a member of the geranium (Geraniaceae) family. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pelargonium Graveolens (Oil) Origin: Extract, including fragrant oils, obtained from the Mint-Rose Geranium obtained from Pelargonium graveolens, a variety of Geranium (Geraniaceae family). Function: Botanical additive / Fragrance Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pelargonium Peltatum Origin: Extract of the Ivy Geranium obtained from Pelargonium peltatum, a variety of Geranium (Geraniaceae family). Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pellis Lipida Origin: Various fats obtained from animal skins. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pellitory Origin: Extract of Parietaria officinalis, a larger, European variety of Parietaria judaica or Pellitory of the Wall, a member of the nettle (Urticaceae) family. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentadecalactone Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentadecyl Alcohol Origin: A compound that can be prepared synthetically from petroleum or it can be derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsion stabiliser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentadesma Butyracea (Butter) Origin: Fats and oils obtained from the Butter Tree (Tallow Tree), Pentadesma Butyracea. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'  Pentadoxynol-200Origin: Synthetic compound derived from ethylene oxide. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Dioleate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Distearate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Hydrogenated Rosinate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from chemically modified fatty acids. Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Isostearate / Caprate / Caprylate / Adipate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Rosinate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Stearate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Stearate / Caprate / Caprylate Adipate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Tetraabietate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Tetraacetate Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Tetrabehenate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Tetrabenzoate Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Tetracaprylate / Caprate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Tetracocoate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids obtained from coconut oil. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Tetraisononanoate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Tetralaurate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Tetramyristate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Tetraoctanoate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Tetraoleate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Tetrapelargonate Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentaerythrityl Trioleate Origin: Synthetic compound derived from fatty acids. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentahydrosqualene Origin: A substance that occurs naturally in animal fats, especially shark liver oil. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentane Origin: A volatile, highly flammable hydrocarbon obtained from petroleum. Function: Propellant / Solvent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentapotassium Triphosphate Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: pH control / Chelating agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentasodium Aminotrimethylene Phosphonate Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Chelating agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentasodium Pentetate Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Chelating agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentasodium Triphosphate Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: pH control / Chelating agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pentetic Acid Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Chelating agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Peony Extract Origin: Extract obtained from various peonies such as Paeonia albaflora (Peonia family). Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Peppermint Oil Origin: Extracted from peppermint leaves. Function: Mild anesthetic Fragrance or flavoring Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pepsin Origin: A digestive enzyme found in the stomach fluids. Pepsin referrs to Pepsin A, B and C. Usually of mammalian origin. Function: Biological additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Perfluorodecalin Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Perfluoropolymethylisopropyl Ether Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Perfluorotetralin Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Perilla Ocymoides Origin: Perilla Oil extracted from Perilla frutescens (also called Perilla ocymoides) or the Beefstaek Plant, a member of the labiate (Labiatae) family. Function: Botanical additive / Fragrance Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Persea Gratissima Origin: Various extracts, including oils, obtained from the Avocado or Persea gratissima. Function: Botanical additive / Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Petitgrain Mandarin Origin: Fragrant oils obtained from Petitgrain mandarin or the mandarin orange. Function: Botanical additive / Fragrance Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PetrolatumOrigin: Petroleum product which is very similar to Vaseline. Function: Lubricant / Moisturiser / Antistatic agent / Emollient Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Petroleum DistillatesOrigin: Various mineral hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum including wax, grease and oils. Function: Antifoaming agent / Solvent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Petroleum HydrocarbonOrigin: Various mineral hydrocarbons obtained from petroleum including wax, grease and oils. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PG-Hydroxyethylcellulose Cocodimonium Chloride Origin: Synthetic compound derived from propylene glycol, modified plant carbohydrates and modified fatty acids. Function: Antistatic agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PG-Hydroxyethylcellulose Lauryldimonium chloride Origin: Synthetic compound derived from propylene glycol, modified plant carbohydrates and modified fatty acids. Function: Antistatic agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PG-Hydroxyethylcellulose Stearyldimonium Chloride Origin: Synthetic compound derived from propylene glycol, modified plant carbohydrates and modified fatty acids. Function: Antistatic agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phaseolus Origin: Extract obtained from the Kidney Bean or Phaseolus vulgaris, a member of the pea (Leguminosae) family. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phellodendron Amurense (Extract) Origin: Extract obtained from Phellodendron amurense or Amur Corktree. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PhenacetinOrigin: Synthetic compound usually used as an analgesic. Function: Trivial additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenethyl Acetate Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Deodorant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenethyl Alcohol Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Deodorant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenethyl Disiloxane Origin: Synthetic silicone. Function: Antifoaming agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PhenolOrigin: Synthetic compound. Function: Antimicrobial / Denaturant / Deodorant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenolphthalein Origin: Synthetic compound used as an indicator for acids and alkalis. It is colourless in acids and pink in medium to strong alkalis. Function: Oral care agent / Acidity indicator Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PhenoxyethanolOrigin: Synthetic compound. Function: Preservative Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PhenoxyethylparabenOrigin: Synthetic compound. Function: Antimicrobial Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PhenoxyisopropanolOrigin: Synthetic compound. Function: Preservative / Solvent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenyl BenzoateOrigin: Synthetic compound. Function: Preservative Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenyl Dimethicone Origin: Synthetic silicone. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenyl Mercuric AcetateOrigin: Highly poisonous synthetic compound containing mercury. Function: Preservative Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenyl Mercuric BenzoateOrigin: Highly poisonous synthetic compound containing mercury. Function: Preservative Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenyl Mercuric BorateOrigin: Highly poisonous synthetic compound containing mercury. Function: Preservative Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenyl Mercuric BromideOrigin: Highly poisonous synthetic compound containing mercury. Function: Preservative Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenyl Mercuric ChlorideOrigin: Highly poisonous synthetic compound containing mercury. Function: Preservative Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenyl Methicone Origin: Synthetic silicone. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenyl Methyl Pyrazolone Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenyl Salicylate Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Antimicrobial / Denaturant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenyl Trimethicone Origin: A symthetic silicone oil that has a drier finish than other silicone ingredients such as dimeticone. Function: Antifoaming agent / Antistatic agent / Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenylalanine Origin: Natural or synthetically prepared phenylalanine, which is an amino acid (component of proteins). Function: Antistatic agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic AcidOrigin: Synthetic compound. Function: U.V. absorber Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenylisohexanol Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PhenylparabenOrigin: Synthetic compound. Function: Preservative Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenylpropanol Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Solvent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phenylthioglycolic AcidOrigin: Synthetic compound. Function: Antioxidant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phloroglucinol Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phoenix Dactylifera Origin: Extract of Date or oil obtained from Phoenix dactylifera or Date Palm, (Palmae or palm family). Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phosphatidylcholine Origin: A naturally occurring substance obtained from egg yolk. It is similar to lecithin. Function: Antistatic agent / Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phospholipids Origin: Greasy substances similar to lecithin, extracted from animal and vegetable fats and oils. Function: Biological additive / Emollient / Antioxidant / Emulsifier / Spreading agent. Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phosphoric Acid Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: pH control Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phthalic Anhydride / Adipic Acid / Castor Oil / Neopentyl Glycol / PEG-3 / Trimethylolpropane CopolymerOrigin: A synthetic polymer (plastic) derived from several ingredients as indicated by the name. Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phthalic Anhydride / Benzoic Acid / Trimethylolpropane CopolymerOrigin: A synthetic polymer (plastic) derived from several ingredients as indicated by the name. Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phthalic Anhydride / Butyl Benzoic Acid / Propylene Glycol CopolymerOrigin: A synthetic polymer (plastic) derived from several ingredients as indicated by the name. Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phthalic Anhydride / Glycerin / Glycidyl Decanoate CopolymerOrigin: A synthetic polymer (plastic) derived from several ingredients as indicated by the name. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phthalic Anhydride / Trimellitic Anhydride / Glycols CopolymerOrigin: A synthetic polymer (plastic) derived from several ingredients as indicated by the name. Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Physalis Alkekengi Origin: Extract of the Physalis fruit (Chinese Lantern or Strawberry Tomato) obtained from Physalis alkekengi, a member of the nightshade (Solanaceae) family. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phytantriol Origin: Natural plant extract - an alcohol which is a fragment of the chlorophyll molecule. Function: Biological additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phytic Acid Origin: A natural plant extract said to have antioxidant properties. Function: Botanical additive / Chelating agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phytol Origin: Natural plant extract - an alcohol which is a fragment of the chlorophyll molecule. Function: Biological Additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Phytonadione Origin: Also called Phytomenadione, this is another name for vitamin K. Function: Trivial biological additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Picea Excelsa Origin: Extract of spruce obtained from Picea abies, a tree of the pine (Pinaceae) family. Function: Antidandruff agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Picramic Acid Origin: A synthetic dye also known as CI 76540. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Blue 15 Origin: A dye derived from chlorophyll, also known as CI 74160. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Green 7 Origin: A dye derived from chlorophyll, also known as CI 74260. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Red 4 Origin: A synthetic azo dye, also called CI 12085. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Red 5 Origin: A synthetic azo dye, also called CI 12490. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Red 48 Origin: A synthetic azo dye, also called CI 15865. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Red 57 Origin: A synthetic azo dye, also called CI 15850. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Red 57:1 Origin: A synthetic azo dye, also called CI 15850. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Red 63:1 Origin: A synthetic azo dye, also called CI 15880. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Red 64:1 Origin: A synthetic azo dye, also called CI 15800. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Red 83 Origin: A synthetic dye, also called CI 58000. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Red 90:1 Aluminum Lake Origin: A synthetic pigment, also called CI 45380. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Red 112 Origin: A synthetic azo dye, also called CI 12370. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Red 172 Aluminum Lake Origin: A synthetic pigment, also called CI 45430. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Violet 19 Origin: A synthetic dye, also called CI 73900. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Violet 23 Origin: A synthetic dye, also called CI 51319. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Yellow 12 Origin: A synthetic azo dye, also called CI 21090. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Yellow 13 Origin: A synthetic azo dye, also called CI 21100. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pigment Yellow 73 Origin: A synthetic azo dye, also called CI 11738. Function: Hair dye Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pimenta Acris Origin: Oils, including fragrant oils (Bay Rum), obtained from Pimenta acris or Bay Rum Tree, a tree of the myrtle (Myrtaceae) family. Function: Denaturant / Emollient / Moisturiser / Fragrance Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pimenta Officinalis Origin: Extract of Allspice, a fragrant spice resembling cloves, obtained from Pimenta officinalis, (Myrtaceae or myrtle family). Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pimpinella Anisum Origin: A strongly scented spice obtained from the seeds (Aniseed) of Pimpinella anisumor or Anise, a Mediterranean member of the carrot (Umbelliferae) family. Function: Botanical additive / Fragrance Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pine Needle ExtractOrigin: Oils obtained from the needles of various pine trees. Function: Botanical additive / Antidandruff agent / Fragrance Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pine OilOrigin: Oils obtained from the needles of various pine trees. Function: Botanical additive / Antidandruff agent / Fragrance Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pineapple Extract Origin: Natural fruit extract containing the digestive enzyme bromelain which can act as a mild exfoliant. Function: Botanical additive / Exfoliant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pinus Origin: A resin or gum obtained from various pine trees, (Pinus of the Pinaceae family). Function: Botanical additive / Antidandruff agent / Fragrance Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pinus Pinaster Origin: A resin or gum obtained from Pinus pinaster or Maritime Pine, (Pinaceae or pine family). Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pinus Strobus Origin: A resin or gum obtained from Pinus strobus a N American variety of the Maritime Pine, (Pinaceae or pine family). Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pinus Sylvestris Origin: A resin or gum obtained from Pinus sylvestris or Scots Pine, (Pinaceae or pine family). Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Piper Methysticum Origin: Pepper extracted from the aromatic roots of Kava or Piper methysticum, (Piperaceae family). Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Piper Nigrum Origin: Various extracts of pepper obtained from Piper nigrum (Black Pepper), a member of the pepper (Piperaceae) family. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Piperonal Origin: A fragrant ingredient that occurs naturally in plants but is more conveniently prepared synthetically. Function: Additive / Fragrance Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Piroctone OlamineOrigin: Synthetic compound. Function: Preservative Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pisces Origin: Various extracts of fish and fish scales (mixes species) including proteins, carbohydrates, fats, oils and nucleic acids. Function: Biological additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Piscum Iecur Origin: Various oils obtained from the livers of fish (mixes species). Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pistacia Vera Origin: Pistachio nut oil obtained from Pistacia vera (Anacardiaceae family). Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pisum Sativum Origin: Extract of Peas or Pisum sativum, (Leguminosae family). Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PIX Origin: Oils obtained from tar, which can be extracted from petroleum or more usually from coal. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' PIX EX Carbone Origin: A black, waxy solid consisting of a complex combination of aromatic hydrocarbons, phenolic compounds, nitrogen bases and thiophene obtained as a by-product of the destructive distillation of coal. Function: Antistatic agent / Denaturant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Placental Enzymes Origin: Enzymes extracted from mammalian placentas (afterbirth), usually of bovine origin. Function: Trivial biological additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Placental Extract Origin: Aqueous extract of bovine or human placentas (after birth). Function: Trivial biological additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Placental Lipids Origin: Fats and oils obtained from bovine or human placentas (after birth). Function: Trivial biological additive / Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Placental Protein Origin: Proteins obtained from bovine or human placentas (after birth). Function: Trivial biological additive / Humectant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Planell Oil Origin: A mixture of naturally occurring plant oils containing phytosterols (natural breakdown products of chlorophyll) and glycolipids (fats attached to sugars). Function: Emollient Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Plankton Extract Origin: Various extracts of marine plankton (both plant (phytoplankton) and animal (zooplankton) plankton). Function: Biological additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Plantago Lanceolata Origin: Extract of the Ribwort Plantain or Plantago lanceolata, a common weed of the plantain (Plantaginaceae) family. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Plantago Major Origin: Extract of the Greater Plantain or Plantago major, a hardy, common weed of the plantain (Plantaginaceae) family. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Plectranthus Barbatus Origin: Extract of Plectranthus barbatus, an aromatic herb of the labiate (Labiatae) family. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Podophyllum Peltatum Origin: Mayapple extract obtained from Podophyllum peltatum, an American member of the barberry (Berberidaceae) family. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pogostemon Cablin Origin: A heavy, fragrant oil obtained from the leaves of the Patchouli or Pogostemon cablin (also called Pogostemon patchouli), (Labiatae or labiate family which includes mint). Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polianthes Tuberosa Origin: Fragrant extract obtained from the Tuberose or Polyanthes tuberosa, a Mexican member of the amaryllis (Amaryllidaceae) family. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Pollen Extract Origin: Various extracts of pollen, including proteins. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 101Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 105Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 105 BenzoateOrigin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and benzoic acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 108Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 122Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 123Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 124Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 181Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 182Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 182 DibenzoateOrigin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and benzoic acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 183Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 184Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 185Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 188Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 212Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 215Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 217Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 231Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 234Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 235Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 237Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 238Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 282Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 284Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 288Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 331Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 333Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 334Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 335Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 338Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 401Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 402Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 403Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamer 407Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide) and methyloxyrane (propylene oxide). Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 304Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 504Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 701Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 702Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 704Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 707Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 901Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 904Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 908Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 1101Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 1102Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 1104Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 1301Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 1302Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 1304Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 1307Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 1501Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 1502Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 1504Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Poloxamine 1508Origin: A synthetic polymer made from oxirane (ethylene oxide), methyloxyrane (propylene oxide) and the synthetic compound, (1, 2- ethanediyldinitrilo)tetrakis (propanol). Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyacrylamide Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic) made from acrylamide (2- propenamide). Function: Antistatic agent / Binding agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyacrylamidomethyl Benzylidene CamphorOrigin: A synthetic polymer (plastic) with strong UV absorbing properties. Function: U.V. absorber Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyacrylamidomethylpropane Sulfonic Acid Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyacrylic Acid Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic) made from acrylic acid. Function: Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Film former / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyamino Sugar Condensate Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyaminopropyl BiguanideOrigin: Synthetic compound. Function: Preservative Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polybeta-Alanine Origin: Synthetic compound derived from the beta-amino acid, beta-alanine. Function: Biological additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polybeta-Alanine / Glutaric Acid Crosspolymer Origin: Synthetic compound derived from the beta-amino acid, beta-alanine and glutaric acid. Function: Additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polybutene Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Binding agent / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polybutylene TerephthalateOrigin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Antistatic agent / Film former / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polychlorotrifluoroethylene Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polycyclopentadiene Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polydecene Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Binding agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polydextrose Origin: A synthetic polymer similar to starch derived from simple sugars. Function: Humectant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polydimethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polydipentene Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Binding agent / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyethylacrylate Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Antistatic agent / Binding agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyethylene Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic) also known as polythene or poly(ethene). Function: Antistatic agent / Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Film former / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyethylene Terephthalate Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyethylglutamate Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic) derived from the amino acid, glutamic acid. Function: Binding agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyethylmethacrylate Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Binding agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polygala Senega Origin: Extracts obtained from Polygala senega or Snakeroot (Seneca, Sneka, Mountain Flax or Rattlesnake root), a member of the milkwort (Polygalaceae) family. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglucuronic Acid Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic) derived from oxidised sugars. Function: Film former / Humectant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglycerin-3 Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin. Function: Humectant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl Methacrylate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin. Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl sorbitol Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and sorbitol which is manufactured from glucose. Function: Humectant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Caprate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Caprylate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Diisostearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Dioleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Isopalmitate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Lanolin Alcohol Ether Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and lanolin, extracted from wool. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Oleyl Ether Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquiisostearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquioleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquistearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Sorbitan Pentacaprylate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin, sorbitol and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Sorbitan Tetracaprylate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin, sorbitol and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Tetraisostearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Tetrastearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2 Triisostearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-2-PEG-4 StearateOrigin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin, ethylene oxide and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and fatty acids derived from beeswax. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Caprate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Cetyl Ether Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Decyltetradecanol Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Dicaprate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Dioleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 hydroxylauryl ether Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a chemically modified fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Isostearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin, modified glucose and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Myristate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Ricinoleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate SE Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-4 Cocoate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and fatty acids obtained from coconut oil. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser / Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-4 lauryl ether Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-4 Oleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-4 Oleyl Ether Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-4 Stearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-4-PEG-2 CocamideOrigin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin, ethylene oxide and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-5 Isostearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-5 Laurate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-5 Oleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-6 Dioleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-6 Distearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-6 Hexaoleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-6 Isostearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-6 Oleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-6 Pentaoleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-6 Pentastearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-6 Ricinoleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-6 Tristearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-8 Oleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-8 Stearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Decalinoleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Decaoleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Decastearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier / Opacifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Distearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Heptaoleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Heptastearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Isostearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Mono / Dioleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Pentaoleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Pentastearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Tetraoleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Trioleate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglyceryl-10 Tristearate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin and a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyglycerylmethacrylate Origin: A synthetic compound derived from glycerin. Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polygonatum Officinale Origin: Extract obtained from the roots of Polygonatum officinale or Solomon's Seal (Sealroot), a member of the lily (Liliaceae) family. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polygonum Aviculare Origin: Oils obtained from Knotgrass or Polygonum aviculare, a member of the dock (Polygonaceae) family which grows wild on bare ground throughout Europe or is cultivated for its oils. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polygonum Bistorta Origin: Extract obtained from the Bistort or Polygonum bistorta, a member of the dock (Polygonaceae) family found in meadows and woodlands in central Europe. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polygonum Fagopyrum Origin: Extract of Buckwheat (starch and oils) obtained from Polygonum fagopyrum, (Polygonaceae or dock family). Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polygonum Multiflorum Origin: Extract of Polygonum multiflorum or Fo-ti, He-shou-wu, a Chinese knotweed of the dock (Polygonaceae) family. Function: Botanical additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyhydroxystearic Acid Origin: A synthetic compound derived from a fatty acid. Function: Emulsifier Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyisobutene Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Binding agent / Film former / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyisoprene Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polylysine Origin: A synthetic compound derived from the amino acid, lysine. Function: Additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polymethacrylamidopropyltrimonium Chloride Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polymethacrylic Acid Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polymethoxy Bicyclic Oxazolidine Origin: Synthetic compound. Function: Antimicrobial Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polymethyl Acrylate Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polymethyl Methacrylate Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Film former / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polymethylglutamate Origin: A synthetic polymer derived from an amino acid. Function: Binding agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polymethylsilsesquioxane Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyoxyisobutylene / Methylene Urea Copolymer Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyoxymethylene Urea Origin: A synthetic resin made from urea and formaldehyde. Function: Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polypentene Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyperfluoroisopropyl Ether Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Additive Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polypropylene Origin: A synthetic polymer (plastic). Function: Film former / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium Ingredients Origin: These are synthetic compounds with antistatic propertes which make them ideal for use in hair and fabric conditioners. They are derived from synthetic nitrogen-containing organic compounds and are presented as quaternary ammonium salts, meaning that they carry a positive electrical charge which is why they are good at discharging static electricity in hair and fabrics. Function: Polyquaternium ingredients are frequently used as antistatic conditioners and, since thay are polymers, they are often used to produce plastic films. Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-1 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-2 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Emollient / Moisturiser / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-4 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-5 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-6 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-7 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-8 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-9 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-10 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-11 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-12 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-13 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-14 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-15 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-16 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-17 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-18 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-19 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-20 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-22 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-24 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-27 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-28 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-29 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-30 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-31 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-32 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-33 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-34 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-35 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-36 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-37 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-39 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyquaternium-42 Origin: A synthetic cationic (positively electrically charged) polymer derived from nitrogen-containing organic compounds. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysaccharide Origin: A general term for any natural or artificial substance that is made when a number of sugar molecules are joined together to make a larger molecule. Starch and cellulose are common plant polysaccharides. Function: Various functions Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysilicone-1 Origin: A synthetic oily compound derived from silicones. Function: Humectant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysilicone-2 Origin: A synthetic oily compound derived from silicones. Function: Humectant Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysilicone-3 Origin: A synthetic oily compound derived from silicones. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysilicone-4 Origin: A synthetic oily compound derived from silicones. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysilicone-5 Origin: A synthetic oily compound derived from silicones. Function: Emollient / Moisturiser Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysilicone-6 Origin: A synthetic oily compound derived from silicones. Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysilicone-7 Origin: A synthetic oily compound derived from silicones. Function: Antifoaming agent / Antistatic agent Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysorbate 20Origin: Synthetic compound derived from sorbitan, which can be manufactured by chemically modifying glucose. Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysorbate 21Origin: Synthetic compound derived from sorbitan, which can be manufactured by chemically modifying glucose. Function: Emulsifier / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysorbate 40Origin: Synthetic compound derived from sorbitan, which can be manufactured by chemically modifying glucose. Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysorbate 60Origin: Synthetic compound derived from sorbitan, which can be manufactured by chemically modifying glucose. Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysorbate 61Origin: Synthetic compound derived from sorbitan, which can be manufactured by chemically modifying glucose. Function: Emulsifier / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysorbate 65Origin: Synthetic compound derived from sorbitan, which can be manufactured by chemically modifying glucose. Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysorbate 80Origin: Synthetic compound derived from sorbitan, which can be manufactured by chemically modifying glucose. Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysorbate 80 AcetateOrigin: Synthetic compound derived from sorbitan, which can be manufactured by chemically modifying glucose. Function: Emulsifier / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysorbate 81Origin: Synthetic compound derived from sorbitan, which can be manufactured by chemically modifying glucose. Function: Emulsifier / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polysorbate 85Origin: Synthetic compound derived from sorbitan, which can be manufactured by chemically modifying glucose. Function: Emulsifier / Surfactant / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polystyrene Origin: A synthetic plastic also known as styrofoam. Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyurethane Origin: A synthetic plastic. Function: Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyvinyl Acetate Origin: A synthetic plastic. Function: Antistatic agent / Binding agent / Emulsion stabiliser / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyvinyl Alcohol Origin: A synthetic plastic. Function: Film former / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyvinyl Butyral Origin: A synthetic plastic. Function: Antistatic agent / Binding agent / Film former / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyvinyl Imidazolinium Acetate Origin: A synthetic polymer. Function: Antistatic agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyvinyl Laurate Origin: A synthetic polymer. Function: Binding agent / Film former / Viscosity adjuster Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyvinyl Methyl Ether Origin: A synthetic polymer. Function: Antistatic agent / Binding agent / Film former Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked' Polyvinylpyrrolidone Origin: A synthetic component of a large variety of cosmetic ingredients usually referred to as PVP or PVP Copolymer. Function: Various film formers and binding agents. Restrictions and Adverse Effects: See 'Cosmetics Unmasked'
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