Film Former
ACRYLATES/BEHENETH-25 METHACRYLATE/STEARETH-30 METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A high-molecular-weight associative thickener and film former built on acrylate, beheneth, and steareth methacrylate units. Standard cosmetic safety; environmental persistence is the main caveat.
Function
Skin benefits
- Effective associative thickener
- Imparts smooth, soft texture
- Forms a flexible cosmetic film
- Improves active ingredient adherence
Known concerns
- Synthetic acrylate copolymer — environmental persistence
- Trace residual monomers theoretically possible
- Possible film build-up with overuse
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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