Polyacrylate-32
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, hair conditioning, hair fixing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyacrylate-32 is a copolymer of PEG/PPG-23/6 Dimethicone , sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate, citraconic anhydride and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters.
What does it do?
Polyacrylate-32 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 conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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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
Polyacrylate-32 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 Polyacrylate-32?
Polyacrylate-32 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyacrylate-32 is a copolymer of PEG/PPG-23/6 Dimethicone , sodium acryloyldimethyltaurate, citraconic anhydride and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters.
Is Polyacrylate-32 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyacrylate-32 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyacrylate-32 do in cosmetic products?
Polyacrylate-32 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, hair conditioning, 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: 18/07/2012