Polyacrylate-38
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyacrylate-38 is a copolymer of styrene, Acrylic Acid, Butyl Acrylate, vinyl trimethoxysilane, Glycidoxypropyl Trimethoxysilane, acrylamide, and sodium methallyl sulfonate.
What does it do?
Polyacrylate-38 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
Polyacrylate-38 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-38?
Polyacrylate-38 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyacrylate-38 is a copolymer of styrene, Acrylic Acid, Butyl Acrylate, vinyl trimethoxysilane, Glycidoxypropyl Trimethoxysilane, acrylamide, and sodium methallyl sulfonate.
Is Polyacrylate-38 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyacrylate-38 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyacrylate-38 do in cosmetic products?
Polyacrylate-38 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: 11/11/2014