Though using ingredients that leave behind a thin film may sound counterintuitive in cosmetic products meant to leave the user feeling clean and fresh-faced, film-forming agents can actually provide many benefits. These ingredients can help create products that provide long-lasting comfort and extended delivery of active ingredients. 

Formulators can strengthen the benefits of film-forming agents even more with the added power of cannabinoids. Synergy Life Science offers ingredients that combine the nourishing, protective properties of film-forming agents and hemp-derived cannabinoids. Read on for an overview of film-forming agents, how they can be applied, and how Synergy Life Science has improved upon them with cannabinoid ingredient innovation. 

What is a Film Former in Cosmetics?

In cosmetics, a film former is any ingredient that leaves behind a smooth, flexible, breathable coating on the skin, hair, or nails after use. 

Traditional film-forming agents include polyvinylpyrrolidone, acrylates and acrylamides, and numerous copolymers. However, consumers looking to avoid unnecessary chemicals or synthetic ingredients may choose to avoid ingredients like these. Synergy Life Science has created CannaSol CB-D Ester, a revolutionary cannabinoid ingredient that can be used as a film former to cater to these customers and push the naturally derived skincare industry forward.

Innovative Uses for Film Former Humectants

Film-forming agents are used in many different applications throughout the cosmetics industry. 

Cannabinoid Film Former Sun Protection

Most chemical or mineral-based sunscreens use film-forming agents in some form. Formulators can use these ingredients to create a barrier on top of the skin, as in the case of mineral sunscreen, or to ensure sunscreens of all types remain in place through exposure to water and sweat. 

Suncare products can be improved with cannabinoids, too; manufacturers can combine cannabinoid film formers with UV-boosting cannabis ingredients to create plant-powered sun protection. CannaSol CB-D Ester is an especially effective ingredient for these applications; it can be used as a film former and naturally has an SPF of 14 and a refractive index of 1.52-1.7.

Hemp-Derived Cosmetic Film Formers

Film formers are often used in long-wearing cosmetics as well. These ingredients allow products like lip color and skin tint to stay fresh-looking while remaining comfortable, flexible and breathable. 

Cannabinoid Ingredient Film Forming Hydration

Film-forming agents are also perfect for use in hydrating products. Whether added to a face wash, body lotion, or hair conditioner, film formers can provide lasting protection and moisturization wherever they are used. Because they are meant to leave an imperceptible film on the skin or hair, they can continue to deliver active ingredients and beneficial effects long after their initial application. 

Synergy Life Science’s film formers harness the power of nourishing, hydrating cannabinoids and are especially well-suited for products that hydrate the hair or skin; cannabinoid ingredients can add a nourishing, moisturizing boost to powerhouse humectant products.  

Cannabinoid-Rich Film Formers Provide Effective Results

Early studies suggest cannabinoids, such as CBD, show incredible promise for skincare and other topical products. 

Some studies suggest the anti-inflammatory properties of CBD could extend to topical applications of the cannabinoid, potentially helping to soothe irritated skin. Further, CBD could help to provide nourishing moisturization to compromised skin. Together, these properties make hemp-derived ingredients ideal for use in film-forming compounds. 

8 Applications for CannaSol CB-D Ester as a Film Former

Synergy Life Science’s CannaSol CB-D Ester is nontoxic, tested for safety, patent-pending, pending GRAS approval, and makes an ideal film-forming agent in various oil- and water-based products.

1. After sun care
2. Body care
3. Bruise care
4. Hair care
5. Lip care
6. Moisturizers
7. Sun protection
8. Wound care

CannaSol CB-D Ester is suitable for use in many other products, too. It is especially well-suited as a film former in products that address skin health and integrity; Synergy Life Science’s CannaSol CB-D Ester activates four genetic pathways to address extracellular matrix breakdown and integrity, tissue remodeling and integrity, and wound healing. Our team of formulation experts can help you create topical solutions that are tailored to complement your existing product line and meet your customer’s needs.

Where to Source Hemp-Derived Film Formers

Synergy Life Science is the only source of CannaSol ingredients, including CannaSol CB-D Ester. Our ingredients are suited to a wide range of use cases and can be used in infinite applications. Contact us today to learn more, request a sample, or start formulating your next bestseller.