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Acrylates/t-Butylacrylamide Copolymer
AKA “Acrylic polymer, Film former”
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Acrylates/t-butylacrylamide copolymer
AKA: Acrylic polymer, Film former
Ingredient · Film Forming · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Occlusive
Clean
Copolymer of ter-butyl acrylamide and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
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.
Hair Fixing
Creates Protective Barrier
Creates protective layer
Holds hair in place
Traditional Use
A synthetic copolymer developed for cosmetic applications. Used to provide texture and stability in skincare and styling products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
—
CIR Safety Findings
ewg-1
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Mild Irritant
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR