Protective action
HydamerTM HCMF and PVP/VA copolymers both form films of comparable hardness after drying. However, varying properties can be observed in these films. While cracks develop in PVP/VA films during drying, HydamerTM HCMF forms a homogeneous, stress-free film.
There is no visible difference in Hydamer HCMF’s performance even after 10 times combing. Excellent for a styling without flaking.
Hydamer HCMF
homogeneous film
PVP/VA Copolymer
cracking in the dry state
Crack formation in PVP/VA films can ecounteracted by adding small amounts of HydamerTM HCMF. A mixing ratio of 1:0.05 is sufficient to bring about a considerable reduction in crack formation. A mixing ratio of 1:0.1 results in films that are absolutely homogeneous and dry without cracking. HydamerTM HCMF enhances film elasticity and prevents polymer films from drying out and cracking.
Hairs treated with 0.5 % Hydamer HCMF
Hairs treated with 2 % PVP/VA Copolymer
Hairs treated with 0.5 % Hydamer HCMF after 10 x combing
Hairs treated with 0.5 % Hydamer HCMF after 10 x combing
Splitting ends
Another test involves simulated splitting under in-vitro conditions. Treatment with a rinse containing 0.5% HydamerTM HCMF remarkably reduces the rate of splitting. This is a vivid illustration of Chitosan’s protective action and proves that HydamerTM HCMF is qualified to prevent split ends. On top of that, a single rinse with a product containing 0.5% HydamerTM. HCMF revealed the agent’s significant repair effect.
Hairs pretreated with 0.5 % HydamerTM HCMF
+ splitting procedure
Hairs without pretreatment
+ splitting procedure
