Acrylates/Vinyl Neodecanoate Crosspolymer
AKA “Acrylic polymer, Crosslinked acrylic
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Acrylates/vinyl neodecanoate crosspolymer
AKA: Acrylic polymer, Crosslinked acrylic
Ingredient · Emulsion Stabilising · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Occlusive
Emulsifier
Clean
Acrylates/Vinyl Neodecanoate Crosspolymer is a copolymer of vinyl neodecanoate and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters crosslinked with an allyl ether of trimethylolpropane or pentaerythritol
CAS #
-
State
Solid
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Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Viscosity Controlling
Stabilizes Emulsion
Creates Protective Barrier
Controls Viscosity
Creates protective layer
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A specialized synthetic polymer developed for contemporary cosmetics. Provides water resistance and improved wear in color cosmetics and sunscreens.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-2
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR