Dimethylacrylamide/lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as binding, film forming, hair fixing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dimethylacrylamide/Lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of dimethylacrylamide and Lauryl Methacrylate.
What does it do?
Dimethylacrylamide/lauryl Methacrylate 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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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
EU regulatory status
Dimethylacrylamide/lauryl 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 Dimethylacrylamide/lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer?
Dimethylacrylamide/lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dimethylacrylamide/Lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of dimethylacrylamide and Lauryl Methacrylate.
Is Dimethylacrylamide/lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dimethylacrylamide/lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dimethylacrylamide/lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Dimethylacrylamide/lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding, film forming, hair fixing.
What is the CAS number of Dimethylacrylamide/lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dimethylacrylamide/lauryl Methacrylate Copolymer is 103479-14-7.
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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: 23/09/2014