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Film Former

ACRYLATES/HYDROXYESTERS ACRYLATES COPOLYMER

70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Acrylate copolymer used as a film-former for long-wear makeup and skincare. Generally inert when polymerized; residual monomer and microplastic status are caveats.

Function

FILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Film-former and texture enhancer
  • Long-wear cosmetic claims
  • Thickening function

Known concerns

  • Residual acrylate monomer concern
  • Microplastic environmental persistence

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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