Lauryl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Lauryl Methacrylate/Methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone Copolymer is a polymer that is made by first preparing a pre-polymer composed of methacryloyloxypropylmethyl diethoxysilane that has been hydrolyzed and condensed with Dimethiconol. The silicone pre-polymer is then polymerized with Lauryl Methacrylate
What does it do?
Lauryl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone 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
Lauryl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone 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 Lauryl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone Copolymer?
Lauryl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lauryl Methacrylate/Methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone Copolymer is a polymer that is made by first preparing a pre-polymer composed of methacryloyloxypropylmethyl diethoxysilane that has been hydrolyzed and condensed with Dimethiconol. The silicone pre-polymer is then polymerized with Lauryl Methacrylate
Is Lauryl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lauryl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lauryl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Lauryl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxypropyl Dimethicone 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: 17/08/2016