Optimize Performance & Protection
Forming a flexible film on skin can boost performance of many different formulation types. Especially in suncare, the addition of a film former is crucial to create uniform coverage on the skin and water-resistance. Inolex's platform of flexible film formers is rooted in polyester chemistry and results in highly tailored molecules for a range of applications.
Green Chemistry Designed
Biodegradability is an important indicator that a substance has a benign, non-harmful impact on the environment at end of life. Biodegradation is the ability of organic substances to be broken down by microbial action into simpler structures or components: CO2, H2O, biomass, and salts. Non-degradable substances have the potential to persist, accumulate, and present toxicity to the environment. Go biodegradable to reduce the impact of cosmetic ingredients on the environment.
Featured Products
LexFilm™ Sun Natural MB
100% Plant-Based, Biodegradable Film Former- 100% plant-based polymer
- COSMOS approved
- Optimize SPF & create water resistance
- Readily biodegradable
- Compatible with inorganic & organic UV filters
LexFilm™ Sun
Water-Resistant Film Former & UV Filter Solubilizer- Optimize SPF & create water-resistance
- Spray and lotion formats, all types of UV filters
- Solubilize organic UV filters
- Biodegradable & green chemistry designed
Vellaplex™ MB
100% Plant-Based Moisturizer & Film Former- COSMOS & NATRUE approved
- Reduce mascara smudging
- Retain moisture in skin and body care products
- Breathable, cushiony sensory profile
Sun Care
Make any sun care system water-resistant including alcohol systems, sprays, inorganic sunscreens, and organic sunscreens. Formulas using these film formers pass water-resistance testing with high SPF values.
Explore Film Formers for Sun Care
LexFilm™ Spray
Film Former & UV Filter Solubilizer for Sprays- Specially designed for sprayable formats
- Optimize SPF & achieve water-resistance
- Soluble in water/alcohol phases
- Excellent for recreational sun applications
LexFilm™ Sun
Water-Resistant Film Former & UV Filter Solubilizer- Optimize SPF & create water-resistance
- Spray and lotion formats, all types of UV filters
- Solubilize organic UV filters
- Biodegradable & green chemistry designed
LexFilm™ Sun Natural MB
100% Plant-Based, Biodegradable Film Former- 100% plant-based polymer
- COSMOS approved
- Optimize SPF & create water resistance
- Readily biodegradable
- Compatible with inorganic & organic UV filters
WetFilm™ MB
Water-Resistant Film Former, Clear on Wet Skin- Excellent for sprays and alcohol-based formulas
- Optimize SPF & create water-resistance
- Clear on skin, reducing whitening effect
- Readily biodegradable
Lexorez™ 100 MB
All-Purpose Water-Resistant Film Former- Readily biodegradable soft film former
- Improve transfer resistance
- Achieve water-resistance & optimize SPF value
- Liquid pourable format
Skincare
Form a breathable soft film on the skin for moisture retention and long wear formulas.
Explore Film Formers for Skincare
Vellaplex™ MB
100% Plant-Based Moisturizer & Film Former- COSMOS & NATRUE approved
- Reduce mascara smudging
- Retain moisture in skin and body care products
- Breathable, cushiony sensory profile
Lexorez™ 100 MB
All-Purpose Water-Resistant Film Former- Readily biodegradable soft film former
- Improve transfer resistance
- Achieve water-resistance & optimize SPF value
- Liquid pourable format
Lexorez™ 200 MB
Pourable Film Former for Color Cosmetics- Improve transfer resistance & achieve water-resistance
- Excellent for color cosmetic applications
- Readily biodegradable
- Soluble in UV absorbers & high polarity emollients
LipFeel™ Natural MB
100% Plant-Based Moisturizer & Gloss Enhancer- Humectant & moisture retention agent
- Comparable to castor oil plus oxidative resistance
- 100% plant-based & biodegradable
- Enhance shine & gloss
Color Cosmetics
Film formers in makeup can improve stability, sensory, and wear time. Reduce smudging in mascara, eliminate sweating in lipsticks, and provide a cushiony sensory feel with flexible film formers.
Explore Film Formers for Color Cosmetics
LipFeel™ Natural MB
100% Plant-Based Moisturizer & Gloss Enhancer- Humectant & moisture retention agent
- Comparable to castor oil plus oxidative resistance
- 100% plant-based & biodegradable
- Enhance shine & gloss
Vellaplex™ MB
100% Plant-Based Moisturizer & Film Former- COSMOS & NATRUE approved
- Reduce mascara smudging
- Retain moisture in skin and body care products
- Breathable, cushiony sensory profile
Lexorez™ 100 MB
All-Purpose Water-Resistant Film Former- Readily biodegradable soft film former
- Improve transfer resistance
- Achieve water-resistance & optimize SPF value
- Liquid pourable format
Lexorez™ 200 MB
Pourable Film Former for Color Cosmetics- Improve transfer resistance & achieve water-resistance
- Excellent for color cosmetic applications
- Readily biodegradable
- Soluble in UV absorbers & high polarity emollients