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ACRYLATES/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER

Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A crosslinked acrylate polymer used to thicken gels and stabilise emulsions. High molecular weight prevents skin absorption, so it acts almost entirely as a structural ingredient with low toxicological profile.

Function

BINDING

Skin benefits

  • Stabilises emulsions and gels
  • Provides smooth product texture
  • Improves spreadability

Known concerns

  • Trace residual ethylhexyl acrylate monomer possible
  • Limited skin-penetration data
  • Generally inert at high MW

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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