Thickener
AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/STEARETH-8 METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A synthetic gel polymer used to thicken creams and stabilize emulsions. Low risk to skin but persistent in the environment.
Skin benefits
- Stabilizes emulsions
- Provides thickening and slip
- Tolerant to electrolytes
Known concerns
- Synthetic copolymer, limited public safety data
- Not readily biodegradable
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related thickeners
Same plant / compound family
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