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ACRYLATES/STEARETH-20 METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An acrylate-based crosspolymer thickener that gives serums and lotions their structure. Inert at high MW; supplier monomer purity is the key safety lever.

Function

FILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Robust thickener for emulsions
  • Improves slip and pickup
  • Suspends pigments

Known concerns

  • Trace residual monomer concerns
  • Microplastic discussion in EU

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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