Vp/Eicosene Copolymer
Vp/Eicosene Copolymer is a viscosity controlling and film forming ingredient. It’s in 127 products on Poliage, most often mascara, sunscreen and foundation. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
VP/eicosene copolymer: used to leave a thin film on skin or hair and hold ingredients together.
What it does
Contains Vp/Eicosene Copolymer: binding
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Vp/Eicosene Copolymer: film-forming
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Vp/Eicosene Copolymer: viscosity-controlling
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 60156, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Vp/Eicosene Copolymer
Hourglass
Unlocked Instant Extensions Mascara
Mascara · Lists drying alcohol, silicones
Essence
Volume Stylist 18h Lash Extension Mascara
Mascara · Lists drying alcohol
Glow Recipe
Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Balm SPF 45
Sunscreen · Lists fragrance, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives
Essence
What The Fake! Volumizing & Lengthening Mascara
Mascara · None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Essence
What The Length! Extreme Lengthening Mascara Waterproof
Mascara · Lists silicones
Rimmel London
Wonder’Extension Mascara
Mascara · Lists drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones
Bondi sands
Zinc Mineral SPF 50+
Lists drying alcohol, silicones
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