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Film Former

HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLATE/METHOXYETHYL ACRYLATE/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER

Updated
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An acrylic copolymer used as a film former in makeup and sunscreens. Once fully polymerised it is low irritation; safety hinges on the supplier controlling residual acrylate monomers.

Function

FILM FORMINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Film former
  • Wear/water resistance
  • Smooth feel
  • Pigment binder

Known concerns

  • Residual acrylate monomer (sensitiser)
  • Not biodegradable
  • Polymer otherwise inert

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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