Allyl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacryate Crosspolymer
AKA “Acrylic polymer, Crosslinked acrylic
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Allyl methacrylate/glycol dimethacryate crosspolymer
AKA: Acrylic polymer, Crosslinked acrylic
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Synthetic
Clean
A lightweight conditioning polymer that smooths skin and helps lock in moisture, while also supporting oral care benefits.
CAS #
779327-42-3
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Oral Care
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Nourishes & Protects
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A synthetic polymer developed in the mid-20th century as part of advances in polymer chemistry. Used in cosmetics as a film-forming and binding agent with no traditional predecessor.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Caution
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