Acrylates/C12-13 Alkyl Methacrylates/Methoxyethyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
AKA “Hair Conditioning Polymer, Film Forming Agent
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Acrylates/c12-13 alkyl methacrylates/methoxyethyl acrylate crosspolymer
AKA: Hair Conditioning Polymer, Film Forming Agent
Synthetic · Film Forming · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Occlusive
Synthetic
Clean
Acrylates/C12-13 Alkyl Methacrylates/Methoxyethyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a copolymer of C12-13 alkyl methacrylates, methoxyethyl acrylate, and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters, crosslinked with vinyloxazoline. Science: Functions: Hair Fixing Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Hair Fixing
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Viscosity Controlling
Holds hair in place
Traditional Use
A multi-component synthetic polymer developed for cosmetics. Designed to enhance product stability and sensory appeal.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR