Acrylates/dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, binding, film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polydimethylsiloxane, copolymer with one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
What does it do?
Acrylates/dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Acrylates/dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Acrylates/dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer?
Acrylates/dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polydimethylsiloxane, copolymer with one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
Is Acrylates/dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acrylates/dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acrylates/dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Acrylates/dimethicone Methacrylate Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, binding, film forming, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010