Potassium Acrylates/Acrylamide Copolymer
AKA “Acrylic polymer, Thickening agent
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Potassium acrylates/acrylamide copolymer
AKA: Acrylic polymer, Thickening agent
Ingredient · Film Forming · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Occlusive
Not Clean
Potassium salt of acrylates/acrylamide copolymer
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Creates Protective Barrier
Traditional Use
A synthetic polymer developed for cosmetics in the late 20th century. Designed to create desired texture and viscosity in skincare and hair care formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Mild Irritant
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUpermitted
JAPANpermitted
CANADApermitted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR