Film Former
ACRYLATES/DIETHYLAMINOETHYL METHACRYLATE/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A cationic acrylate film-former with diethylaminoethyl methacrylate functionality. Tertiary-amine residuals carry nitrosamine concerns and the monomer is a known sensitizer.
Function
Skin benefits
- Cationic film-former with good adhesion
- Useful for long-wear makeup and hair products
Known concerns
- Diethylaminoethyl methacrylate is a sensitizer; residual monomer concern
- Tertiary amine can form nitrosamines with nitrosating agents
- Limited public CIR/SCCS dossier
- Microplastic-classification debate
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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