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Methacrylic Acid/PEG-6 Methacrylate/PEG-6 Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer
AKA “Crosspolymer, Film Former”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Methacrylic acid/peg-6 methacrylate/peg-6 dimethacrylate crosspolymer
AKA: Film Former
Synthetic · Film Forming | Viscosity Controlling | Suspension Agent | Texture Enhancing · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Occlusive
Synthetic
Not Clean
Methacrylic Acid/PEG-6 Methacrylate/PEG-6 Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer. is a copolymer of methacrylic acid and PEG-6 methacrylate crosslinked with PEG-6 dimethacrylate. Science: Functions: Film Forming Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized from methacrylic acid and polyethylene glycol (PEG) monomers belonging to the acrylic polymer chemical family. Produced through free radical polymerization where monomers are crosslinked using PEG-6 dimethacrylate as a crosslinking agent.
Function
Film Forming | Viscosity Controlling | Suspension Agent | Texture Enhancing
Benefits
Creates Protective Barrier
Antioxidant Protection
Wound Healing
Traditional Use
Modern synthetic polymer created in the late 20th century specifically for cosmetic use as a film-forming and texture-modifying agent with no traditional equivalent.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
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
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