Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
AKA “HEA/ADT copolymer, Aquaxyl
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer
AKA: HEA/ADT copolymer, Aquaxyl
Synthetic · Emulsion Stabilising · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emulsifier
Synthetic
Clean
A natural thickener that keeps emulsions smooth and stable, ensuring your product has a luxurious, consistent texture from first use to last.
CAS #
111286-86-3
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Moisturizing
Locks in moisture to keep skin soft and supple throughout the day
Wound Healing
Improves Elasticity
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A synthetic polymer developed as a thickening and film-forming agent in modern cosmetics. No traditional use; engineered to stabilize emulsions and provide specific texture characteristics in contemporary skincare and color cosmetics.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
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Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR