Dimethyl Acrylamide/Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Methoxyethyl Acrylate Copolymer
AKA “Acrylic Copolymer
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Dimethyl acrylamide/hydroxyethyl acrylate/methoxyethyl acrylate copolymer
AKA: Acrylic Copolymer
Ingredient · Hair Fixing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Not Clean
Dimethyl Acrylamide/Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Methoxyethyl Acrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of dimethylacrylamide, hydroxyethylacrylate and methoxyethylacrylate monomers
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Hair Fixing
Reduces Inflammation
Brightens Skin
Locks In Moisture
Holds hair in place
Traditional Use
A synthetic acrylic copolymer developed in the 20th century for use as a film-former and thickening agent in cosmetics, particularly in waterproof mascaras and long-wear formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Mild Irritant
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUpermitted
JAPANpermitted
CANADApermitted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR