Butyl Acrylate/Cyclohexyl Methacrylate Copolymer
AKA “Acrylic Copolymer
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Butyl acrylate/cyclohexyl methacrylate copolymer
AKA: Acrylic Copolymer
Ingredient · Film Forming · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Occlusive
Not Clean
Butyl Acrylate/Cyclohexyl Methacrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of butyl acrylate and cyclohexyl methacrylate.
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.
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Wound Healing
Creates protective layer
Traditional Use
A synthetic polymer film-former developed in the late 20th century for use in cosmetic products such as masques and long-wear formulations. No traditional predecessor.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR