
Gantrez ES-425
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INCI: Butyl Ester of PVM/MA Copolymer
Product Categories: Film Former, PolymerGantrez ES-425 is a multifunctional fixative and styling polymer designed for spray styling, specifically hair sprays. Gantrez™ ES-425 is a monoalkyl ester of poly (methyl vinyl ether/maleic anhydride). The polymethyl vinyl ether is a flexible film former while the maleic anhydride is a polar hard monomer that contributes to bonding strength. It enables the stylist or consumer to create artistic hair styles, special effects with curling/flat irons, lift and spray volume and sculpted styled hair.
Features & Benefits of Gantrez ES-425
- Film properties and solubility can be modified by type and degree or neutralization
- Tough, clear glossy film, low tack with excellent substantivity, hair holding properties and moisture resistance
- Compatible with HFC 152a, dimethyl ether and hydrocarbon (25%) and blends
- Provides shine for gloss finish
- Controls frizz and fly-aways
- Easily brushable, no/low residue
- All day hold
- Moldable styling for waves and updos
- Spray and heat style; does not stick to curling/flat irons
Applications
- Hair styling
- Hairspray, mist, gel, mousse
Excellent Hold Durability

Gantrez has high humidity curl retention (HHCR) and hold at 90% RH.
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Butyl Ester of PVM/MA Copolymer