Acrylates/Hydroxyesters Acrylates Copolymer
AKA “Acrylic copolymer, Film-forming polymer
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Acrylates/hydroxyesters acrylates copolymer
AKA: Acrylic copolymer, Film-forming polymer
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Emollient
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Copolymer of one or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters, and one or more monomers of hydroxyacrylate esters Science: Functions: Film Forming Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Viscosity Controlling
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Smoothing
Creates Protective Barrier
Traditional Use
Created as a modern polymer to combine water resistance with skin compatibility in cosmetic formulations. Developed to improve the performance of makeup and skincare products without traditional use.
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-2
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR