Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Glycidyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
AKA “Acrylic copolymer, Film-forming polymer
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Acrylates/ethylhexyl acrylate/glycidyl methacrylate crosspolymer
AKA: Acrylic copolymer, Film-forming polymer
Ingredient · Film Forming · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Occlusive
Not Clean
Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Glycidyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer is a copolymer of 2-ethylhexyl acrylate, glycidyl methacrylate and one or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters, crosslinked with triethylene glycol dimethacrylate
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Creates Protective Barrier
Traditional Use
Synthesized in modern times as a multifunctional polymer combining film-forming and adhesive properties. Used in contemporary cosmetics to improve product performance and wear resistance.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR