AccessFIX VA64W

Hair Fixative Polymer for Strong, Humidity-Resistant Hold

INCI Name: VP/VA Copolymer

AccessFIX VA64W is a high-performance hair fixative polymer that provides excellent stiffness and long-lasting hold in styling products. As a VP/VA Copolymer, it forms a clear, non-tacky film on the hair shaft that locks styles in place and delivers superior humidity resistance to prevent frizz and style collapse. It is easy to use and ideal for creating crystal-clear hair gels, strong-hold mousses, and styling sprays.

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Strong-Hold Hair Gels

Creates stiff, crystal-clear gels that provide all-day hold and definition without flaking or stickiness.
Styling Mousses & Foams

Delivers excellent hold and volume when formulated into mousses, helping to support and maintain structured hair styles.
Non-Aerosol Hairsprays

Forms a fine, even film that provides a durable, humidity-resistant hold for finishing and setting styles.
Edge Control & Smoothing Gels

Tames flyaways and holds edges in place with a strong, clear film that does not leave a heavy residue.
Eyebrow Gels & Pomades

Provides excellent hold and shaping for brow products, keeping hairs perfectly groomed throughout the day.
Root Volumizing Sprays

Offers structural support at the root when used in volumizing sprays, lifting hair for a fuller appearance.

How to Use AccessFIX VA64W in Your Formulations

Understanding AccessFIX VA64W

AccessFIX VA64W is a film-forming polymer, which is the key ingredient in most hair styling products that provide hold. Think of it as a liquid net that you apply to your hair; as the water in your product evaporates, the polymer creates a stiff, invisible structure that holds hair strands in place. This is what keeps your hairstyle from falling flat shortly after styling.

For the chemistry-minded formulator, AccessFIX VA64W is a copolymer of vinylpyrrolidone (VP) and vinyl acetate (VA). The ratio of these two monomers is optimized to create a film that is strong and rigid, yet not overly brittle. VP contributes to strong hold and adhesion to hair, while VA enhances moisture resistance. This synergy delivers reliable, humidity-resistant performance. Because it is nonionic, it offers broad compatibility across systems and does not require neutralization.

Formulation Tips

The usage level directly controls hold strength. For a flexible, medium hold, use 2–5%. For very strong, stiff hold suitable for spiking gels or maximum-control sprays, use 6–10%.

AccessFIX VA64W is a liquid that dissolves readily in water. Add it to the water phase at room temperature and stir until fully dissolved before adding other ingredients like thickeners. It performs best in formulas with pH 3–7 and requires no neutralizer.

At higher concentrations, the resulting film can become brittle and may flake. To counter this, include plasticizers such as panthenol, propylene glycol, or a small amount of glycerin (about 0.5–1%) to improve flexibility and reduce flaking potential.

Key Performance Benefits:

Strong, Lasting Hold: Forms a rigid film that locks styles in place for hours across gels, sprays, and mousses.
Excellent Humidity Resistance: Resists moisture absorption, helping to prevent frizz and style collapse in damp conditions.
Crystal-Clear Formulations: Water-soluble and ideal for transparent, high-clarity hair gels.
Non-Tacky Feel: Dries to a clean finish without gumminess when properly formulated.
Easy to Use: Dissolves in the water phase at room temperature; no neutralization required.
Versatile Application: Adjust concentration to tailor hold from flexible to maximum stiffness.

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Benefits	Easy Processing, Frizz Control, Hair Care Benefits, Hold & Style Retention, Processing Benefits
INCI Name	VP/VA Copolymer
Usage Rate	2%-10%
Functional Type	Film Formers & Fixatives, Hair Fixative Polymers
Phase Compatibility	Water Phase
Application Area	Face, Hair
Product Type Suitability	Gels, Hair Styling
Certifications	Cruelty-Free, Vegan
Physical Form	Liquid

Frequently Asked Questions About AccessFIX VA64W

A film former like AccessFIX VA64W creates a thin, invisible coating on hair. As the product dries, this film provides structure and “glues” hair strands together, delivering the hold that keeps styles in place.

Use 2–5% for light to medium, flexible hold (e.g., volumizing mousses or light sprays). Use 6–10% for very strong, stiff hold (e.g., spiking gels or edge control).

Add AccessFIX VA64W to the water phase at the beginning of your process. It dissolves easily in cold water with simple stirring. Ensure it is fully dissolved before adding thickeners or gelling agents.

At higher concentrations (above about 7–8%), the film can become very stiff and may flake. Prevent this by adding a small amount of plasticizer like panthenol or glycerin (around 0.5–1%) to increase flexibility.

Yes. As a nonionic polymer, AccessFIX VA64W is broadly compatible, including with anionic thickeners such as carbomer and natural gums. It does not require neutralization.

No. AccessFIX VA64W (VP/VA Copolymer) is a synthetic polymer widely used for reliable, long-lasting hold in hair styling products.

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