Ammonium Styrene/Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Lauryl Acrylate Copolymer
AKA “Acrylate Copolymer, Film-Forming Polymer
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Ammonium styrene/acrylates/ethylhexyl acrylate/lauryl acrylate copolymer
AKA: Film-Forming Polymer
Synthetic · Film Forming · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Occlusive
Emulsifier
Synthetic
Clean
Ammonium Styrene/Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate / Lauryl Acrylate CopolymerAmmonium is the ammonium salt of Styrene/Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate / Lauryl Acrylate Copolymer 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
Suspending Agent
Emulsion Stabilizing
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Creates Protective Barrier
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic copolymer developed for cosmetic applications. Engineered to provide film-forming and thickening properties in contemporary skincare and styling products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Final Report: Safety Assessment of Acrylamide/Acrylate Copolymers as Used in Cosmetics
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
International Journal of Toxicology
Acrylamide/Ammonium Acrylate Copolymer
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Acrylates/Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Lauryl Acrylate Copolymer
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Acrylates/Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Methoxyethyl Acrylate Copolymer
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EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Acrylates/Palmeth-25 Acrylate Copolymer
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Acrylates/Steareth-30 Methacrylate Copolymer
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EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Ammonium Styrene/Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Lauryl Acrylate Copolymer
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EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Sodium Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer
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EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Acrylamide/Ammonium Acrylate Copolymer
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Acrylamide/Sodium Acrylate Copolymer
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
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EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Acrylates/C12-22 Alkyl Methacrylate Copolymer
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-15 Methacrylate Copolymer
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EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Acrylates/Palmeth-25 Acrylate Copolymer
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Acrylates/Stearyl Methacrylate Copolymer
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EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Butyl Acrylate/Ethylhexyl Methacrylate Copolymer
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EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
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EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Methoxyethyl Acrylate Copolymer
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
PVP/Dimethylaminoethylmethacrylate Copolymer
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Styrene/Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
Environmental Working Group (EWG)
EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
VA/Butyl Maleate/Isobornyl Acrylate Copolymer
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EWG Skin Deep Cosmetics Database
Vinyl Caprolactam/PVP/Dimethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer
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Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR