VP/Dimethiconylacrylate/Polycarbamyl/Polyglycol Ester
AKA “Silicone Acrylate Copolymer, Film-forming Polymer
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Vp/dimethiconylacrylate/polycarbamyl/polyglycol ester
AKA: Silicone Acrylate Copolymer, Film-forming Polymer
Ingredient · Film Forming · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Occlusive
Silicone
Clean
VP/Dimethiconylacrylate/Polycarbamyl/Polyglycol Ester is a cosmetic ingredient used as film forming. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
See origin →
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
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
This is a modern synthetic polymer copolymer developed in the late 20th century for cosmetics, designed to provide film-forming, water-resistant, and conditioning properties in makeup and skincare products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
1
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