Butyl Acrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer
AKA “Acrylic Crosspolymer
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Butyl acrylate/glycol dimethacrylate crosspolymer
AKA: Acrylic Crosspolymer
Ingredient · Film Forming · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Occlusive
Not Clean
Butyl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a homopolymer of butyl acrylate crosslinked with glycol dimethacrylate monomers
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
See origin →
Functions
Absorbent
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
Absorbs excess oil
Traditional Use
A synthetic crosslinked polymer developed in the late 20th century for use as a film-former and suspending agent in cosmetics and personal care products.
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