Film Former
ETHYLENE/SODIUM ACRYLATE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A film-forming polymer of ethylene and sodium acrylate that stabilizes emulsions and adds opacity. Generally safe at cosmetic levels, with main caveats being trace residual monomers and environmental persistence.
Function
Skin benefits
- Stabilizes emulsions
- Adds opacity to formulations
- Effective film-forming
Known concerns
- Acrylate polymers can rarely act as sensitizers
- Trace acrylic acid monomer can be irritating
- Environmental persistence concerns
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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