Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-15
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-15 is a complex polymer formed by the reaction of Glycol Dimethacrylate with an oligomer prepared by reacting a polypropylene glycol having an average of 4 mols of propylene glycol with Toluene Diisocyanate and then encapping with HEMA. The resulting acrylate polymer is crosslinked with N,N'-Methylenebisacrylamide.
What does it do?
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-15 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
-
Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
-
Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
EU regulatory status
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-15 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 Crosspolymer-15?
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-15 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-15 is a complex polymer formed by the reaction of Glycol Dimethacrylate with an oligomer prepared by reacting a polypropylene glycol having an average of 4 mols of propylene glycol with Toluene Diisocyanate and then encapping with HEMA. The resulting acrylate polymer is crosslinked with N,N'-Methylenebisacrylamide.
Is Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-15 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-15 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-15 do in cosmetic products?
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-15 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, film forming.
Related ingredients
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 25/04/2019