Styrene/acrylates/dimethicone Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Styrene/Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer is a polymer of Styrene, Dimethicone and a monomer consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
What does it do?
Styrene/acrylates/dimethicone Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Styrene/acrylates/dimethicone Copolymer 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 Styrene/acrylates/dimethicone Copolymer?
Styrene/acrylates/dimethicone Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Styrene/Acrylates/Dimethicone Copolymer is a polymer of Styrene, Dimethicone and a monomer consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
Is Styrene/acrylates/dimethicone Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Styrene/acrylates/dimethicone Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Styrene/acrylates/dimethicone Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Styrene/acrylates/dimethicone Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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: 15/10/2010