Thickener
SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/METHACRYLAMIDOLAURIC ACID COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A high-molecular-weight synthetic polymer used to thicken creams and lotions and stabilize emulsions. Inert on skin and considered safe at cosmetic-use levels — main caveats are environmental, not personal.
Function
Skin benefits
- Stabilizes emulsions for consistent product performance
- Provides smooth skin feel
- Improves texture and viscosity
Known concerns
- Synthetic polymer with limited environmental biodegradability
- Rare contact sensitization at very high levels
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related thickeners
Same plant / compound family
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