Lauryl Acrylate Crosspolymer
AKA “Dodecyl acrylate, Lauryl acrylate, dodecyl prop-2-enoate, 2-Propenoic acid, dodecyl ester, Acrylic Acid Lauryl Ester”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Lauryl acrylate crosspolymer
AKA: Dodecyl acrylate, Dodecyl prop-2-enoate, 2-Propenoic acid, Dodecyl ester, Acrylic Acid Lauryl Ester
Synthetic · Film Forming · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Occlusive
Synthetic
Clean
Lauryl Acrylate Crosspolymer is a polymer of lauryl acrylate crosslinked with divinylbenzene Science: Functions: Hair Fixing Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Formula
C15H28O2
Mol. Weight
240.38
CAS #
2156-97-0
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.
Hair Fixing
Antioxidant Protection
Locks In Moisture
Reduces Inflammation
Holds hair in place
Traditional Use
Synthetic polymer developed in modern cosmetic chemistry to provide film-forming, thickening, and texture-enhancing properties in skincare and haircare formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR