Lauryl Acrylate Crosspolymer
AKA “Dodecyl acrylate, Lauryl acrylate, dodecyl prop-2-enoate, 2-Propenoic acid, dodecyl ester, Acrylic Acid Lauryl Ester
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Lauryl acrylate crosspolymer
AKA: Dodecyl acrylate, Dodecyl prop-2-enoate, 2-Propenoic acid, Dodecyl ester, Acrylic Acid Lauryl Ester
Ingredient · Hair Fixing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Not Clean
Lauryl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a polymer of lauryl acrylate crosslinked with divinylbenzene
Formula
C15H28O2
Mol. Weight
240.38
CAS #
2156-97-0
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Hair Fixing
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Reduces Inflammation
Holds hair in place
Traditional Use
Synthetic polymer developed in modern cosmetic chemistry to provide film-forming, thickening, and texture-enhancing properties in skincare and haircare formulations.
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: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR