Polyacrylate-21 is a copolymer of 2-ethylhexyl acrylate, butyl methacrylate, methacrylic acid, methyl methacrylate, hydroxypropyl methacrylate and styrene Science: Functions: Binding, Film Forming, Hair Fixing Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
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Form
Powder
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Functions
Binding
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Hair Fixing
Holds Formula Together
Creates Protective Barrier
Creates protective layer
Holds hair in place
Holds ingredients together
Traditional Use
A synthetic polymer created for cosmetic applications as a thickening and stabilizing agent, with no traditional use history.