Phenoxy Peg-2 Acrylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Phenoxy PEG-2 Acrylate is the product obtained by the reaction of acrylic acid with a polyoxyethylene derivative of Phenol containing an average of 2 moles of ethylene oxide. It conforms generally to the formula:
What does it do?
Phenoxy Peg-2 Acrylate 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
Phenoxy Peg-2 Acrylate 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 Phenoxy Peg-2 Acrylate?
Phenoxy Peg-2 Acrylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phenoxy PEG-2 Acrylate is the product obtained by the reaction of acrylic acid with a polyoxyethylene derivative of Phenol containing an average of 2 moles of ethylene oxide. It conforms generally to the formula:
Is Phenoxy Peg-2 Acrylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Phenoxy Peg-2 Acrylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Phenoxy Peg-2 Acrylate do in cosmetic products?
Phenoxy Peg-2 Acrylate 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: 30/04/2018