Acrylic Acid/methylstyrene/styrene Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as binding, nail conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Acrylic Acid/Methylstyrene/Styrene Copolymer is a copolymer of Acrylic Acid, methylstyrene and Styrene monomers.
What does it do?
Acrylic Acid/methylstyrene/styrene Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
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Nail conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, or condition of fingernails and toenails
EU regulatory status
Acrylic Acid/methylstyrene/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 Acrylic Acid/methylstyrene/styrene Copolymer?
Acrylic Acid/methylstyrene/styrene Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acrylic Acid/Methylstyrene/Styrene Copolymer is a copolymer of Acrylic Acid, methylstyrene and Styrene monomers.
Is Acrylic Acid/methylstyrene/styrene Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acrylic Acid/methylstyrene/styrene Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acrylic Acid/methylstyrene/styrene Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Acrylic Acid/methylstyrene/styrene Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding, nail 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: 29/03/2019