Products with Film-Formers & Polymers

Film-Formers and Polymers create a smooth, flexible layer on skin or hair that helps lock in moisture and improve texture and wear. Browse ELLEMES products formulated with film-formers and polymers.

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The Ingredients That Make a Formula Stay Put

When a serum sets down and stops migrating, a polymer is usually the reason. Film-formers create a thin, flexible layer over skin that holds water in, keeps pigments and actives distributed evenly, and stops a product from sliding off over the course of a day.

You can see the effect most plainly in a lip treatment like Youthful Lip Replenisher, in the cushioned wear of Revox Line Relaxer, and in richer night formulas such as DEJ Night Cream and SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2.

What does a film-former actually do on the skin?

It builds a breathable mesh rather than a seal. That mesh reduces water loss, improves how long a product wears, and — in sunscreens especially — helps keep UV filters spread in an even layer instead of pooling.

How to shop at ELLEMES

Polymers are a texture decision, not an active. Choose by concern first, then let feel decide between two products that treat the same thing.

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Featured Products with Film-Formers & Polymers Reviews

Obagi Daily Hydro-Drops Facial Serum
Obagi Daily Hydro-Drops™ Facial Serum
4.9 (13 reviews) 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews
$115.00
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“Love this product. I use tretinoin, which dries out my skin. I always layer this on last and gives my skin a supple glow. I’ve already made a purchase for a second time. Love this in...”

— Lydia E.
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Obagi ELASTIderm Eye Cream
Obagi ELASTIderm Eye Cream
4.9 (13 reviews) 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews
$130.00
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“I have undereye dark circles, dryness and lines. I have tried many products and this one works! Lines and dark circles are less noticeable. Also, the area seems firmer and hydrated. It’s light weight and goes...”

— Zoie S.
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Alastin Skincare C-Radical Defense Antioxidant Serum
Alastin Skincare C-Radical Defense Antioxidant Serum
4.8 (42 reviews) 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews
$199.00
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