Acrylates/ethylhexyl Acrylate/hema/styrene Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Copolymer of ethylhexyl acrylate, hydroxyethyl methacrylate, styrene and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
What does it do?
Acrylates/ethylhexyl Acrylate/hema/styrene Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
EU regulatory status
Acrylates/ethylhexyl Acrylate/hema/styrene 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/ethylhexyl Acrylate/hema/styrene Copolymer?
Acrylates/ethylhexyl Acrylate/hema/styrene Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Copolymer of ethylhexyl acrylate, hydroxyethyl methacrylate, styrene and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
Is Acrylates/ethylhexyl Acrylate/hema/styrene Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acrylates/ethylhexyl Acrylate/hema/styrene Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acrylates/ethylhexyl Acrylate/hema/styrene Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Acrylates/ethylhexyl Acrylate/hema/styrene Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.
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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