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PVP

Low Concern

Quick verdict

Use with caution

PVP skin safety dashboard

PVP scores 68/100 across 2 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.

Comedogenic rating

3/5

Moderate clogging risk; formula context matters.

Fungal acne concern

Lower

No major fungal-acne warning is flagged by current data.

Pregnancy concern

Lower

No elevated pregnancy-specific concern is flagged here.

Skin types to avoid

Acne-prone

Based on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.

What is PVP and why is it used?

We're still generating a detailed description for PVP. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up.

Will PVP clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 3/5

PVP has an estimated comedogenic risk of 3/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 2 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is PVP?

Low Concern

PVP currently scores 68/100, which places it in a lower-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.

Is PVP safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives PVP a safety score of 68/100 with a low concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.

Final Verdict: who should be most cautious with PVP?

No specific skin type is automatically excluded for PVP, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

How we rate this ingredient

Provisional AI estimate - being verified against official sources.

We have not yet attached an official citation to this ingredient. The current rating is a provisional AI estimate and will be updated as authoritative sources are added.

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Found in 2 Products

Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder Setting Spray - contains PVP
85

Danessa Myricks Beauty Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder Setting Spray

low

Polyvinylpyrrolidone is a synthetic polymer used as a film-former and binder, generally well-tolerated on the skin.

Glossier Boy Brow - contains PVP
50

Glossier Boy Brow

medium

A synthetic film-former for strong hold, which is however ecologically difficult to degrade.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is PVP and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for PVP. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 2 products in our database, PVP appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will PVP clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
PVP has an estimated comedogenic risk of 3/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 2 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.
Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is PVP?
PVP currently scores 68/100, which places it in a lower-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.
Is PVP safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives PVP a safety score of 68/100 with a low concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.
Final Verdict: who should be most cautious with PVP?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded for PVP, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.