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Sodium Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer
AKA “Acrylate Copolymer, Film Former”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Sodium acrylates/ethylhexyl acrylate copolymer
AKA: Film Former
Synthetic · Film Forming | Viscosity Controlling | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Texture Enhancing · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-2-propenoic acid and/or one of their simple esters, sodium salts, polymers with 2-ethylhexyl 2-propenoate Science: Functions: Film Forming Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Synthetic
Synthetic. Derived from acrylic acid and ethylhexyl acrylate monomers, both petroleum-based chemicals. Synthesized through free radical polymerization of the monomers with sodium acrylate.
Function
Film Forming | Viscosity Controlling | Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Texture Enhancing
Benefits
Film Forming
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Creates protective layer
Traditional Use
A synthetic copolymer created in the late 20th century for cosmetic formulations to provide film-forming and thickening properties without traditional botanical origins.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Caution
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