Sodium Acrylates/Acrolein Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient used as binding, film forming, viscosity controlling. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Binding
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Viscosity Controlling
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Traditional Use
A synthetic copolymer created in the late 20th century for cosmetic use as a thickening and stabilizing agent, designed to replace natural polysaccharides with more predictable performance.