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Glycol Dimethacrylate/Vinyl Alcohol Crosspolymer
AKA “GDMA-Vinyl Alcohol Copolymer, Acrylic Polymer”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Glycol dimethacrylate/vinyl alcohol crosspolymer
AKA: GDMA-Vinyl Alcohol Copolymer, Acrylic Polymer
Synthetic · Film Forming | Viscosity Controlling | Skin Conditioning - Occlusive | Moisturising · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Glycol/Dimethacrylate/Vinyl Alcohol Crosspolymer is a crosslinked copolymer of vinyl alcohol and ethylene glycol dimethacrylate Science: Functions: Film Forming Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. A crosslinked copolymer synthesized from vinyl alcohol and ethylene glycol dimethacrylate monomers. Produced through free-radical polymerization and crosslinking of these vinyl monomers.
Function
Film Forming | Viscosity Controlling | Skin Conditioning - Occlusive | Moisturising
Benefits
Creates Protective Barrier
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic polymer developed in the late 20th century. Used in cosmetics as a thickener and stabilizer, created to improve product consistency and shelf stability.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Caution
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR