Film Former
DIMETHYLACRYLAMIDE/ACRYLIC ACID/POLYSTYRENE ETHYL METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A synthetic terpolymer of dimethylacrylamide, acrylic acid, and polystyrene-based methacrylate used as a film former and rheology modifier. Residual monomer and microplastic concerns warrant attention.
Function
Skin benefits
- Effective film former
- Viscosity control in cosmetics
- Provides texture and slip
Known concerns
- Residual monomers (acrylamide, acrylic acid) require strict QC
- Polystyrene microplastic concerns for environmental persistence
- EU rules tightening on intentionally added microplastics
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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