Stearyl/Lauryl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
AKA “Film-forming crosspolymer, Acrylate polymer
Skin Conditioning
Ingredient Facts
Stearyl/lauryl methacrylate crosspolymer
AKA: Film-forming crosspolymer, Acrylate polymer
Skin Conditioning · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Stearyl/Lauryl Methacrylate CrossPolymer is a copolymer of Stearyl Methacrylate and Lauryl Methacrylate crosslinked with ethylene glycol dimethacrylate
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic polymer developed in the late 20th century for use as a thickener and suspending agent in cosmetics and personal care products. No traditional use; created through petroleum-derived chemistry.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR