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ACRYLATES/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE/HEMA/STYRENE COPOLYMER

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A multi-monomer film-forming copolymer. Polymerised form is largely inert, but residual styrene (IARC 2A) and HEMA (a known skin sensitiser) push this into the use-with-care category.

Function

FILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Long-wear cosmetic films
  • Tough protective layers

Known concerns

  • Styrene monomer is IARC 2A
  • HEMA is a known skin sensitiser
  • Possible residual monomer in lower-purity grades
  • Microplastic environmental concern

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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