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Acrylates/Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Methoxyethyl Acrylate Copolymer
AKA “Acrylic copolymer, Film-forming polymer”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Acrylates/hydroxyethyl acrylate/methoxyethyl acrylate copolymer
AKA: Acrylic copolymer, Film-forming polymer
Synthetic · Film Forming | Viscosity Controlling | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Smoothing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Copolymer of hydroxyethyl acrylate, butyl acrylate, methoxyethyl acrylate Science: Functions: Film Forming Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized from acrylic monomers including hydroxyethyl acrylate, butyl acrylate, and methoxyethyl acrylate from petroleum-derived sources. Produced through free-radical polymerization of these acrylic monomers to form a cross-linked copolymer.
Function
Film Forming | Viscosity Controlling | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Smoothing
Benefits
Creates Protective Barrier
Traditional Use
Synthesized as a multifunctional polymer in cosmetic chemistry to provide improved film-forming and moisturizing properties. Created in the late 20th century for use in skincare and color cosmetics.
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