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ACRYLATES/LAURETH-25 METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER

76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An acrylates copolymer with a 25-EO laureth side chain — a classic associative thickener for clear gels. Polymer is inert on skin; the standard ethoxylated-purity caveat applies, plus a microplastic environmental flag.

Function

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Associative thickener for clear gels
  • Provides smooth flow
  • Stabilizes formulations

Known concerns

  • Heavy ethoxylation (laureth-25) requires purification for trace 1,4-dioxane control
  • Microplastic concerns from acrylate backbone

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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