Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Steareth-8 Methacrylate Copolymer
AKA “Acrylic Polymer, Thickening Polymer
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/steareth-8 methacrylate copolymer
AKA: Acrylic Polymer, Thickening Polymer
Synthetic · Emulsion Stabilising · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Emulsifier
Synthetic
Clean
Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Steareth-8 Methacrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate and steareth-8 methacrylate monomers Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Emulsion Stabilising, Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Powder
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Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Stabilizes Emulsion
Controls Viscosity
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A synthetic copolymer created for modern cosmetics as a thickening and stabilizing agent. Developed in the late 20th century with no historical or traditional applications.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe w/Qualifications
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR