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Thickener

ACRYLATES CROSSPOLYMER-4

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A synthetic crosslinked acrylic polymer used to thicken and stabilize formulas. Non-reactive on skin but not biodegradable.

Function

EMULSION STABILISINGFILM FORMINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Thickener and film former
  • Improves product texture
  • Stabilizes emulsions

Known concerns

  • Synthetic polymer with limited biodegradability
  • Potential for trace residual monomers

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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