Film Former
ACRYLATES/VINYL NEODECANOATE CROSSPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A crosslinked acrylate–vinyl ester polymer that thickens lotions and creates flexible, long-wearing films. Standard cosmetic safety record; main caveats are environmental persistence and rare residual monomer flags.
Function
Skin benefits
- Thickens and stabilizes emulsions
- Forms a flexible, long-wearing film
- Improves product texture
- Compatible with both skin and hair products
Known concerns
- Synthetic acrylate copolymer — limited biodegradability
- Trace residual monomers possible
- Possible film build-up on hair with overuse
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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