Thickener
AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/LAURETH-7 METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A hydrophobically modified acrylate copolymer that gels water phases and forms flexible films. The high molecular weight makes it skin-safe; the laureth segment requires dioxane-controlled supplier grade.
Function
Skin benefits
- Effective gelling and rheology modifier
- Forms flexible films
- Cold-processable for stable formulations
Known concerns
- Laureth ethoxylate component requires dioxane-controlled grade
- Residual acrylate monomer levels supplier-dependent
- Synthetic polymer with limited biodegradability
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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