Thickener
ACRYLATES/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A crosslinked acrylate polymer used to thicken gels and stabilise emulsions. High molecular weight prevents skin absorption, so it acts almost entirely as a structural ingredient with low toxicological profile.
Function
Skin benefits
- Stabilises emulsions and gels
- Provides smooth product texture
- Improves spreadability
Known concerns
- Trace residual ethylhexyl acrylate monomer possible
- Limited skin-penetration data
- Generally inert at high MW
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related thickeners
Same plant / compound family
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