C6-14 Perfluoroalkylethyl Acrylate/HEMA Copolymer
AKA “Fluoropolymer, Perfluorinated Polymer
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
C6-14 perfluoroalkylethyl acrylate/hema copolymer
AKA: Fluoropolymer, Perfluorinated Polymer
Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Emollient
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
C6-14 Perfluoroalkylethyl Acrylate/HEMA Copolymer is a copolymer of 2-(perfluoro(C6-14 alkyl)) ethyl acrylate and 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate monomers Science: Functions: Film Forming, Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
92-44-4
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.
Water Resistant
Creates Protective Barrier
Controls Viscosity
Creates protective layer
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic copolymer developed for advanced cosmetic formulations to provide water and oil repellency, wear resistance, and transfer-resistant properties in makeup applications.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
EWG
4
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Potential Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR