Film Former
AMMONIUM ACRYLATES/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An ammonium-neutralized acrylate film-former — gives flexible, durable films in long-wear products. Avoids the TEA-nitrosamine pathway but microplastic debate persists.
Function
Skin benefits
- Effective acrylate film-former
- Flexible, durable films
- Better aquatic profile than TEA-neutralized analog
Known concerns
- Residual acrylate monomers possible
- Microplastic-classification debate in EU
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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