PEG-10 Acrylate/Perfluorohexylethyl Acrylate Copolymer
AKA “Fluorinated polymer, Water-repellent polymer
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Peg-10 acrylate/perfluorohexylethyl acrylate copolymer
AKA: Fluorinated polymer, Water-repellent polymer
Synthetic · Film Forming | Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Not Clean
PEG-10 Acrylate/Perfluorohexylethyl Acrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of PEG-10 acrylate and perfluorohexylethyl acrylate monomers. Science: Process: Ethoxylation | Functions: Film Forming Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
92-44-4
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized from polyethylene glycol acrylate and perfluorohexylethyl acrylate monomers, both petroleum-derived compounds. Produced through free radical polymerization of the two acrylate monomers via ethoxylation chemistry.
Function
Film Forming | Skin Conditioning
Benefits
Creates Protective Barrier
Traditional Use
A modern synthetic film-forming polymer developed for cosmetics to create water-resistant coatings and improve product longevity on skin. Created through acrylic chemistry to provide advanced performance properties.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Caution
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Potential Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
CANADApermitted
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR