Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as bulking, film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Homopolymer of 2-ethylhexyl methacrylate
What does it do?
Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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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
Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate 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 Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate?
Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Homopolymer of 2-ethylhexyl methacrylate
Is Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate do in cosmetic products?
Polyethylhexyl Methacrylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bulking, 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: 15/10/2010