NYLON-12
Is NYLON-12 safe for seborrheic dermatitis?
Nylon-12 is generally a lower-concern ingredient for seborrheic dermatitis. It is a synthetic powder used for texture and oil-control feel, not a fatty oil, fragrance or antifungal treatment.
No direct human seb derm or exact-name Malassezia evidence was found. Its presence alone says little about the full product, so pay more attention to fragrance, cleansing strength and other ingredients. Stop if the formula repeatedly feels drying or irritating.
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What is it?
A quick identity check, separate from the seb derm guidance above.
01 / 05- Material type
- Synthetic polyamide powder
- Ingredient family
- Polyamide polymer
- Cosmetic function
- Bulking, Opacifying, Viscosity Controlling
What is NYLON-12 used for in skincare?
Nylon-12 is a very fine polyamide powder used to create slip, blur the look of texture and reduce a greasy feel. It can absorb some surface oil, help powders spread evenly and improve the finish of makeup, sunscreens and mattifying skincare.