Film Former
ACRYLAMIDE/ISOPROPYLACRYLAMIDE CROSSPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A crosslinked acrylamide polymer that swells in water to form a hydrating film. The polymer itself is inert, but residual acrylamide monomer (a probable carcinogen) means EU strictly limits how much can remain.
Function
Skin benefits
- Forms flexible hydrating films
- Humidity-responsive moisture binding
- Helps stabilise emulsions
- Long-lasting feel in leave-on formulations
Known concerns
- Residual acrylamide monomer is a Group 2A IARC carcinogen
- Acrylamide content limited by EU regulation
- Crosspolymer matrix reduces but does not eliminate monomer risk
- Not biodegradable
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related film formers
Same plant / compound family
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