Film Former
METHACRYLIC ACID/SODIUM ACRYLAMIDOMETHYL PROPANE SULFONATE 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 copolymer that creates flexible, durable films on hair and skin, valued for fixative power in styling products. Trace residual monomers and limited biodegradability sit it in yellow.
Function
Skin benefits
- Forms durable, flexible films on hair and skin
- Strong fixative for styling products
- Stable over wide pH range
- Hair-fixing properties
Known concerns
- Synthetic polymer with limited biodegradability
- Possible trace residual acrylamide monomer
- Acrylamidomethyl propane sulfonate-class chemistry
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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