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Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer
AKA “Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, Film-Forming Polymer”
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Lauryl methacrylate/glycol dimethacrylate crosspolymer
AKA: Film-Forming Polymer
Ingredient · Film Forming · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Occlusive
Clean
Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer is a crosspolymer of lauryl methacrylate and ethylene glycol dimethacrylate monomers
CAS #
61181-29-1
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
See origin →
Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Hair Fixing
Creates Protective Barrier
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Reduces Inflammation
Creates protective layer
Holds hair in place
Traditional Use
A synthetic crosslinked polymer developed in the late 20th century for use as a texture enhancer and film-forming agent in cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR