Acrylic Acid/Phosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate Crosspolymer
AKA “Acrylic polymer, Biocompatible polymer
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Acrylic acid/phosphorylcholine glycol acrylate crosspolymer
AKA: Acrylic polymer, Biocompatible polymer
Synthetic · Film Forming · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Acrylic Acid/Phosphorylcholine Glycol Acrylate Crosspolymer is a copolymer formed from acrylic acid and phosphorylcholine glycol methacrylate, crosslinked with an allyl ether of pentaerythritol. Science: Functions: Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
125275-25-4
State
Solid
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Functions
Viscosity Controlling
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Controls Viscosity
Fights Bacteria
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A sophisticated synthetic polymer developed in recent decades for biocompatible cosmetic formulations. Designed to mimic natural protective polymers found on skin.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR