Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, hair fixing, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
A copolymer of the dendritic monomer trifluoropropylmethacrylate, polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate and one or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
What does it do?
Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate 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
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Hair fixing
holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate 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/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate Copolymer?
Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A copolymer of the dendritic monomer trifluoropropylmethacrylate, polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate and one or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
Is Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, hair fixing, skin conditioning.
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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