Polyacrylate-44
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyacrylate-44 is a copolymer consisting of stearyl acrylate, hydroxyethyl methacrylate HEMA, Dimethicone Methacrylate, and one or more monomers consisting acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of its simple esters.
What does it do?
Polyacrylate-44 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-44 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-44?
Polyacrylate-44 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyacrylate-44 is a copolymer consisting of stearyl acrylate, hydroxyethyl methacrylate HEMA, Dimethicone Methacrylate, and one or more monomers consisting acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of its simple esters.
Is Polyacrylate-44 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyacrylate-44 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyacrylate-44 do in cosmetic products?
Polyacrylate-44 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: 18/04/2018