A natural film-forming agent that creates a smooth, protective layer on skin while improving product texture and consistency for better spreadability.
CAS #
9010-92-8
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Synthetic
Synthetic. Synthesized from styrene and acrylic acid monomers, which are petroleum-derived chemical compounds. Produced through free radical polymerization, combining the monomers into a long-chain copolymer structure.
Function
Film Forming | Opacifying | Viscosity Controlling
Benefits
Film Forming
Opacifying
Viscosity Controlling
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Creates protective layer
Creates creamy opacity
Controls product thickness
Traditional Use
Synthetic polymer developed in the mid-20th century from petroleum-derived monomers. Used in cosmetics primarily as a film-former and thickening agent with no traditional counterpart.