A water-soluble polymer formed from the monomer N-vinylpyrrolidone is called polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP), which is also sometimes referred to as povidone or povidone. PVP is accessible in a variety of molecular weights and associated viscosities, and can be chosen according to the application-specific qualities required.
PVP K 30 stabilizes suspensions, dispersions, and emulsions. PVP can be used as a dispersion for hair colorants as well as a film forming in hair style products. It can help stabilize emulsions in creams and lotions.
Additionally, pharmaceutical grade PVP is used in the manufacturing process of mouthwashes and toothpastes.