Potassium Polyacrylate
AKA “Polyacrylic acid potassium salt, Potassium acrylate polymer”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Potassium polyacrylate
AKA: Polyacrylic acid potassium salt, Potassium acrylate polymer
Synthetic · Humectant · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Humectant
Occlusive
Skin Conditioner
Synthetic
Clean
Helps create the perfect texture by controlling how thick or thin the product feels, ensuring smooth, easy application every time.
CAS #
25608-12-2
Form
Powder
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Functions
Viscosity Controlling
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Moisturising
Controls Viscosity
Traditional Use
A synthetic polymer developed in the 20th century. Used in modern cosmetics as a thickening agent and film-former with no traditional use history.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR