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Acrylates/Ceteareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer-2
AKA “Hair Conditioning Polymer, Emulsifying Agent”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Acrylates/ceteareth-20 methacrylate crosspolymer-2
AKA: Hair Conditioning Polymer, Emulsifying Agent
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emollient
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Viscosity Controlling
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Texture Enhancing
Methacrylic Acid
Or One Of Their Simple Esters
Crosslinked With Ethylene Glycol Dimethacrylate.
Creates smooth texture
Helps stabilize product consistency
Provides lightweight skin feel
Traditional Use
A variant synthetic polymer developed for cosmetic formulations. Used to stabilize and thicken emulsions with improved sensory characteristics.
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
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR