Thickener
ACRYLIC ACID/C12-22 ALKYL ACRYLATE 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 acrylic copolymer used as a thickener and emulsion stabilizer in skin care and color cosmetics. Cosmetic-grade material has very low residual monomer and a strong CIR-class safety record.
Function
Skin benefits
- Stabilizes emulsions and suspensions
- Controls viscosity at low use levels
- Improves product texture
Known concerns
- Trace residual acrylic acid monomer possible
- Not for inhalation in spray products
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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