Thickener
SODIUM ACRYLATE/ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/DIMETHYLACRYLAMIDE CROSSPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A synthetic acrylate crosspolymer used as a thickener and emulsion stabilizer. Inert on skin but adds to environmental microplastic load.
Function
Skin benefits
- Effective gel thickener and stabilizer
- Provides lightweight, non-tacky textures
- Inert as cured polymer
Known concerns
- Microplastic — does not biodegrade in water
- Trace residual monomers depend on supplier QC
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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