Glyceryl Polyacrylate
AKA “Glyceryl polyacrylate polymer, Acrylate polymer
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Glyceryl polyacrylate
AKA: Glyceryl polyacrylate polymer, Acrylate polymer
Ingredient · Film Forming · EWG: 3
Synthetic
Occlusive
Not Clean
2-Propenoic acid, homopolymer, esters with 1,2,3-propanetriol
CAS #
104365-75-5
Form
Powder
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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.
Moisturizing
Strengthens Barrier
Anti-Inflammatory
Creates protective layer
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic polymer developed in the late 20th century by combining glycerin with polyacrylic acid. Created to provide film-forming, thickening, and stabilizing properties in contemporary skincare and cosmetic products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
3
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