Acrylates/hydroxyesters Acrylates 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 one or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters, and one or more monomers of hydroxyacrylate esters
What does it do?
Acrylates/hydroxyesters Acrylates 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/hydroxyesters Acrylates 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/hydroxyesters Acrylates Copolymer?
Acrylates/hydroxyesters Acrylates Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Copolymer of one or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters, and one or more monomers of hydroxyacrylate esters
Is Acrylates/hydroxyesters Acrylates Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acrylates/hydroxyesters Acrylates Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acrylates/hydroxyesters Acrylates Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Acrylates/hydroxyesters Acrylates 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