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Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer
AKA “Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer, Film Forming Polymer”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl methacrylate copolymer
AKA: Film Forming Polymer
Synthetic · Viscosity Controlling | Film Forming | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Texture Enhancing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer is the copolymer of C10-30 alkyl methacrylate and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid, or one of their simple esters. Science: Functions: Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized from acrylic acid, methacrylic acid, and C10-30 alkyl methacrylate monomers derived from petroleum feedstocks. Produced through free radical polymerization of these monomers to create a cross-linked copolymer film-forming agent.
Function
Viscosity Controlling | Film Forming | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Texture Enhancing
Benefits
Viscosity Controlling
Antioxidant
Moisturizing
Improves Elasticity
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A synthetic polymer created to improve cosmetic texture and feel. Used as a thickener and suspending agent in modern skincare formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR